Biologics Applications Scientist

As a member of our Biologics Applications Science team, you'll train and guide customers in their use of our groundbreaking molecular modelling suites, provide strategic scientific support, and address challenging problems in biologics drug discovery. We're seeking to fill this position in one of our offices in Germany (Mannheim, Munich) or remotely in the UK (Greater London or South East). **Who will love this job**: - A scientist with a passion for computer-aided molecular design—both in theory and in practice— - specifically, someone who understands how to model, analyze, and optimize biologic therapeutics, such as antibodies, peptides, DNA/RNA or other new modalities - An excellent communicator and confident presenter with superb organisational skills - A dedicated scientist who's willing to learn and deliver results - A creative team player who enjoys collaborating and supporting others in solving scientific and technical challenges - A self-motivated team player who takes ownership of projects and manages multiple priorities effectively **What you'll do**: - Provide scientific support to current and prospective customers, which includes software demonstrations, scientific consultation, and coordination between users and internal development teams - Work with biologics customers to develop and implement modeling and data analysis workflows aligned with their scientific objectives - Assist in resolving scientific and technical issues, including workflow optimization and configuration of modeling environments - Engage in cutting-edge methodological scientific research and advise our customers on best practices for computational modelling - Publish scientific papers and present at conferences **What you should have**: - PhD in computational chemistry, bioinformatics, structural biology, or a related field - A solid understanding of the commercial drug discovery process in the context of biologics - A deep knowledge of at least two biologics modalities such as antibodies, peptides, enzymes, nucleic acids (DNA/RNA), or oligonucleotides - Hands-on experience with key modeling techniques in biologics such as structure prediction, free energy calculations, molecular dynamics, developability assessment - Excellent command of English (both verbal and written) - Willingness to travel - Any of the following is a plus: - Postdoctoral experience or relevant experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry - Demonstrable Python programming experience - Familiarity with experimental techniques in biologics R&D, such as screening/display technologies, protein expression and purification, affinity measurements, developability assays - Proficiency in French and/or Spanish is a strong plus As a Schrödinger employee, you'll enjoy our employee equity plan, an employee volunteer program, a donation match program, a dedicated counseling service, and our company travel insurance. UK employees have access to a reduced Nuffield Health gym membership. Employees in Germany benefit from a BahnCard 50, the EGYM Wellpass (corporate fitness program), and bike leasing. **We also offer a competitive salary, flexible working environment, and generous time off policy.** - As an equal opportunity employer, Schrödinger hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. To us, "diversity" isn't just a buzzword, but an important element of our core principles and key business practices. We believe that diverse companies innovate better and think more creatively than homogenous ones because they take into account a wide range of viewpoints. For us, greater diversity doesn't mean better headlines or public images - it means increased adaptability and profitability._