Postdoctoral Researcher

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement novel ML/AI algorithms to predict drug-like small molecules from large-scale chemical screening datasets.
• Utilize computational approaches to analyze complex drug screening data and extract meaningful insights.
• Collaborate with computational biologists and software developers to build, validate predictions, and deploy models on the AIRCHECK platform.
• Contribute to the design and execution of experiments to validate target predictions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in machine learning, AI, and chemical biology research.
• Publish research findings in high-impact scientific journals and present results at conferences.

Requirements

• PhD in computational chemistry, computer science, engineering, applied physics, or an equivalent field (awarded within the last 5 years).
• Strong background in AI, deep learning, and machine learning.
• Experience with the analysis of high-throughput drug screening data (e.g., DEL or ASMS).
• Strong data engineering skills and expertise in programming.
• Proficiency in machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch, VertexAI, Flask, or TensorFlow.
• Proven track record of published or submitted papers in scientific journals or conference proceedings.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in computational chemistry or drug discovery research.
• Knowledge of cheminformatics, structural bioinformatics, or systems biology.
• Experience with high-performance computing and cloud computing platforms like Google Cloud Platform.

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages.
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion within a large organization.
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services.
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking.

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. As a leading research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, UHN is a global source for discovery, education, and patient care. We host the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, driving innovation across neurosciences, oncology, genomic medicine, and more.