About InVirtuoLabs
At
InVirtuoLabs
, we are revolutionizing drug discovery through the power of artificial intelligence and computational science. Our mission is to transform one of healthcare's greatest challenges bringing life saving medicines to patients faster, more affordably, and with higher success rates.
Founded in Lugano in 2024 by a multidisciplinary team of experts,
InVirtuoLabs
has already launched the discovery platform advancing multiple drug discovery programs. As a rapidly growing team working with biotech and pharma partners globally, we are not just building technology and we are redefining how medicines are discovered and developed.
Join us in shaping the future of medicine through bold, interdisciplinary innovation.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a
Computational Chemist
to join us in Lugano, Switzerland. Please note that relocation to Lugano is mandatory.
The
Computational Chemist
is expected to extend our ongoing research on the development and application of novel algorithms for drug design that combine physics-based modeling with artificial intelligence. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge AI technology and pharmaceutical science, contributing directly to the future of medicine.
Your Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, and apply novel computational methods for drug discovery
* Actively participate in collaborative drug design projects with biotech and pharma partners
* Engage effectively with clients both in-person and remotely, leveraging your strong interpersonal skills
* Contribute to the advancement of our AI-driven discovery platform
* Support the delivery of computational services to early partners
Your Profile
* PhD in Computational Chemistry or related fields
* At least 1-2 years of PostDoc or industry experience in Computational Drug Design
* Publication track record in relevant top-tier academic journals or ML conferences(e.g., JCTC, JCP, JACS, NeurIPS, ICML, etc…)
* Strong foundation in target- and ligand-based drug design
* Proficiency with standard computational chemistry/cheminformatics packages (RDKit and others)
* Experience with computational workflows (virtual screening, compound library design)
* Working knowledge of Python programming
* Good programming skills overall
* Basic understanding of statistics and data analysis
* Proficiency in Unix operating systems, including batch/shell scripting and CLI automation.
* Demonstrated experience with High-Performance Computing (HPC) and distributed computing environments
Personal Qualities:
* Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English
* Highly motivated, interactive team player
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
* Strong interpersonal skills for client engagement
What We Offer
Impactful Work:
Opportunity to work with and develop emerging technologies in computational drug design and computational chemistry
Innovative Environment:
Be part of a team that integrates AI, generative chemistry, and physics-based simulations in novel ways
Collaborative Culture:
International and collaborative environment where teamwork and mutual support are core values
Growth Opportunity:
Join a rapidly expanding startup at an exciting stage of development
Strategic Position
: Work directly on projects that advance both proprietary drug discovery programs and partner collaborations
Ownership
: An employee stock option plan is offered to all members of the team as an upside potential.
Why Join Us?
At InVirtuoLabs, you'll be part of a community that believes in the power of interdisciplinary thinking and collaboration. We're not just building technology—we're solving problems that matter deeply to the future of healthcare. Our team supports each other through challenges and celebrates breakthroughs together. If you're passionate about using computational science and AI to transform drug discovery, we'd love to hear from you.
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