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Date: Mon Apr 7 12:37:43 2008
Subject: 08.04.07 Computational Chemist, Evotec (UK) Ltd, Oxfordshire, UK
Evotec is a leader in the discovery and development of novel small molecule drugs. The Company has established a powerful platform that is applicable to targets across all therapeutic areas and has specific expertise in the area of Central Nervous System (CNS) related diseases where it is building a pipeline of drug candidates for partnering. Through research collaborations and proprietary projects Evotec is providing the highest quality research results to its partners in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Evotec is currently seeking a PhD level scientist to join the Computational Chemistry Group at our Abingdon facility near Oxford, U.K. The successful applicant will work alongside colleagues in Chemistry, Biology and Structural Biology in an interdisciplinary environment and actively contribute to projects at all stages of the drug discovery and development process. Minimum Requirements: Degree in Chemistry or a related subject PhD in Computational Chemistry or a related subject Experience of computer programming Strong presentation and communication skills, and high standard of written work Desirable Skills: Knowledge of structure-based and ligand-based drug design Techniques for virtual screening and chemical library design Knowledge of molecular simulation techniques (e.g. molecular dynamics) We offer competitive salaries, extensive benefits including private medical and dental insurance, a company pension plan, subsidised gym membership and generous holiday entitlement.
Please apply online through the careers page at www.evotec.com. Closing date for applications is 2nd May 2008.NOTE THAT E-MAIL ADDRESSES HAVE BEEN MODIFIED!!!