Cheminformatics Scientist

Cheminformatics Scientist

Location: Onsite (Givaudan facility)

Reporting To: Flavors Science & Technology Computational Sciences Lead

• Design and implement cheminformatics algorithms and workflows to accelerate flavor ingredient discovery across aroma and taste modalities.
• Develop, validate, and deploy predictive models using QSAR, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and 2D/3D computational approaches for small‑molecule analysis and property prediction.
• Apply statistical, cheminformatics, and machine learning methods to improve hit identification and hit‑to‑lead processes.
• Collaborate with chemistry and research teams to integrate AI/ML and cheminformatics into DMTA workflows.
• Enhance databases and computational pipelines to support data‑driven research.
• Develop computational tools, visualizations, and analytical programs for molecular data analysis.
• Communicate scientific insights across teams and support collaboration.
• Provide mentoring and promote best practices in data integrity, reproducibility, and FAIR data principles.

• PhD or Master’s degree in Cheminformatics, Computational Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Expertise in structure‑based drug design (SBDD), including docking, pharmacophore modeling, virtual screening, and molecular dynamics.
• 3+ years of experience with ligand‑based modeling (QSAR, 2D/3D virtual screening) and protein modeling (e.g., homology modeling, protein‑protein docking).
• Data science and statistical analysis skills, including exploratory data analysis and model validation.
• Advanced programming skills in Python or R, plus proficiency in an additional language, following coding best practices.
• Experience with cheminformatics tools (e.g., RDKit, Open Eye) and molecular analysis techniques such as library enumeration, similarity analysis, clustering, and dimensionality reduction.
• Industry familiarity with SQL/databases, analytics tools (KNIME, Spotfire, Shiny), and NLP/LLMs in scientific contexts; relevant industry experience.

The established salary range for this position is $80,k, depending on individual qualifications and experience. Employees receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a high‑matching 401(k) retirement plan.