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DeepMirror is modern drug design software for medicinal chemists. We make AI powered drug design as simple as browsing the web and empower biotech teams to become more productive. Ultimately, powering the century of biology and elevating health for all. After launching in 2023, our app is used by chemists across the globe to accelerate the discovery and development of new medicines by suggesting novel and potent drugs to test. We pride ourselves in our intuitive user experience which makes complex AI simple and accessible to non-technical users and are now looking for an experienced Cheminformatician to supercharge our internal R&D.

In the role you will research and develop key AI features to delight our users. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to be involved from day 0 of the start-up journey and who wants to put the processes in place to build a powerful product in a high performing & collaborative team. As part of the product team, you will research cutting edge algorithms and deploy them for our users to deliver a beautiful user experience using modern product design principles. With a strong focus on Python programming and advanced backend technologies, we encourage you to seize the opportunity to be independent and drive innovation and quality. In the role, you will have substantial growth opportunities, allowing you to shape DeepMirror's technological framework from its inception and learn in an interdisciplinary environment on the interface of physics, chemistry, biology, and machine learning.

Should I apply?

We want to be upfront about what it is like to work at DeepMirror and thought hard about the principles that guide our work. So before you apply, let's dive into how our values influence the way we work as a team and make sure that those resonate with you.

Growth: Never stop learning and challenging yourself

At DeepMirror we learn and grow every day. It’s like going to university every day but at a much faster pace and more collaborative. If you find fulfilment in learning, in growing as a person, and enjoy being outside of your comfort zone frequently, this is the place, but note that it can be stressful and learning curves can be steep.

Impact: Building the Future

We want to have impact on the world around us by supercharging the development of new medicines with revolutionary software. We are in a young field and cannot afford the luxury of falling back into old habits and tested procedures to achieve impact in the world. If you like to drive change, build from scratch, and innovate, you’ll thrive, but beware that this can be frustrating. If you prefer things by the book this is not the place for you.

Community: A Supportive Team

Our community is our strength, and we support each other. We spend most of our lives at work so let’s make the relationships we form here count. DeepMirror is not for lone wolves, you can always count on your colleagues/friends.

Agency: Own Your Outcomes

We empower everyone in the team to own their outcomes. We do not say: "This is what I was told". We do say: "What I tried failed and now I will try something else." At DeepMirror you will find the freedom to plot your own path but beware: life at a start-up is ambiguous and self-motivation is a necessity, which can be daunting.

Openness: Honest and Diverse Dialogue

Openness and dialogue are the bedrocks of our organisation. We encourage everyone to voice their perspective, often. This can lead to heated debates, but it always results in better outcomes. We believe in regular, constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement. At DeepMirror your voice will be heard but prepare to defend your opinion with evidence and solid arguments.

At DeepMirror, you will challenge yourself, be supported, and given the freedom to excel. Join a team where growth, impact, community, agency, and openness are not just values but a way of life. If this resonates with you, DeepMirror could be your next big adventure and read on towards the “boring” bits.

You will:

• Design and develop generative capabilities for small molecules.
• Validate generative methods and contribute to structure-based design features.
• Work closely with the product team to discover, design, and deliver user-centric solutions that meet market needs and enhance user experience.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in cheminformatics, either in an academic or industry setting.
• Strong understanding of chemistry and computational methods, with practical experience in applying these to real-world problems.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (i.e. Python, C, Java, ...)
• Excellent soft skills, effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and strong communication abilities.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with ligand-protein simulations, such as docking algorithms and/or molecular dynamics simulations, would be beneficial.
• Experience in curating and preparing datasets for computational chemistry applications.
• Familiarity with generative molecular AI is a plus.
• A degree/PhD in Chemistry, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred but not required.

If you meet at least 60% of the requirements or nice-to-have qualifications, we encourage you to apply.