FYI ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kerry Boehner <kerry@kobsolutions.com> Date: Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 11:03 AM Subject: computational chemistry position for your students To: bshoichet@gmail.com Hi Brian, My name is Kerry Boehner, and I’m a recruiter in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields. I’m recruiting for a Computational Chemist for a client in China & I thought one of your post-docs or students might be interested. I’ve included the description below. They are open to scientists coming straight from academia, as well as industry. My client offers a great compensation package, including relocation. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need anything, and I appreciate your assistance! Kerry Kerry Boehner KOB Solutions, Inc. 412-851-9696 kerry@kobsolutions.com www.kobsolutions.com *Recruiting Solutions for Pharma, Biotech & Med Device* My client seeks a Computational Chemist for Computer-Aided Drug Design – the ideal candidate will take on the following responsibilities: --structure-based drug design --target identification and lead generation --assist project teams to answer key issues during hit-to-lead and lead optimization through techniques like protein/ligand analysis and simulation using MD and molecular docking. Requirements: --Ph.D. degree in computational chemistry, computational biology or a related field. --Familiarity with up-to-date biological screening paradigms. --A proven track record in leveraging in silico techniques to drive basic science projects or in impacting hit finding activities in a drug discovery environment. --Demonstrate the ability to work independently as effectively as being able to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams. --Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and scientific creativity are essential. --Excellent oral and written communication skills and organizational skills are required. -- Brian Shoichet, Professor http://www.uoft.bkslab.org/ University of Toronto, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy Donnelly Centre Room 604 (416) 978-7224 University of California, San Francisco Dept. of Pharmaceutical Chemistry