Scientist (Computational Chemistry / Structural Biology & Biomolecular Modeling)

Join Aganitha and be a part of the team contributing to the discovery of medicines that will positively impact lives. Aganitha is a leading company in co-innovation with global clients, specializing in research and development transformation across industries with a focus on Biopharma, consumer brands, and materials design. As a Scientist at Aganitha, you will play a crucial role in leveraging cutting-edge technologies like computational chemistry, materials science, AI/ML, and high-performance computing in the Cloud to accelerate design and development processes. **Key Responsibilities:** - Perform Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations and Quantum Mechanics (QM) calculations to understand biomolecular interactions and support various design processes. - Define data models and develop AI/ML-based models for predicting crucial properties. - Analyze and implement cutting-edge research, tailoring approaches to specific contexts. - Develop clear narratives of data-driven analyses and communicate domain knowledge effectively. - Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and scientific advancements in computational chemistry and structural biology. **Qualifications:** - PhD in Computational Chemistry, Cheminformatics, or related field with a passion for continuous learning. - Strong interest in computational and data-driven methods for drug discovery processes. - Understanding of computer technology, high-throughput sciences, and chemistry/biology. - Prior experience in the Biopharma industry is advantageous. **Desired Technical Skills/Expertise:** - Hands-on experience with molecular dynamics and quantum chemistry software packages. - Proficiency in scripting/programming languages like Python. - Understanding of biomolecular docking and virtual screening methodologies. - Exposure to data visualization tools for scientific data. **Added Advantages:** - Familiarity with AI/ML methods in scientific research. - Expertise in computer programming and High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments. - Experience with database management in a scientific context. **Soft Skills:** - Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex scientific concepts. - Proactive and collaborative attitude to work effectively within cross-functional teams. - Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt to evolving project needs. - Interest and aptitude to break down large, complex problem statements into actionable work packets. - Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing research and development environment.,