Principal Scientist / Computational Chemist - all genders (limited contract until 31.08.2027)

<p><b><i>About the job</i></b></p><p></p><p>We’re an R&amp;D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.</p><p></p><p>As Computational chemist within our Computer-Aided Drug design team, you’ll <i>drive the design of novel drug molecules by applying state-of-the-art AI and computational methods </i>within multidisciplinary teams across therapeutic areas<b><i>. </i></b> Ready to get started?</p><p></p><p><b>Main responsibilities:</b></p><p><i>Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) enables the systematic analysis of large-scale data to build predictive models that accelerate the drug discovery process. In this role, the CADD expert will leverage deep expertise and passion to impact drug discovery projects — from virtual screening to  the design of novel molecules in lead optimization. The CADD expert will work within interdisciplinary teams to develop, validate, and apply cutting-edge CADD &amp; AI technologies, collaborating closely with medicinal chemists, computational chemists, and biologists across all therapeutic areas. This is a dynamic, collaborative position requiring the ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously.</i></p><ul><li>Leverage expertise in data science and machine learning to systematically analyze large-scale datasets for drug design applications</li><li>Apply broad expertise in computer-aided drug discovery  for the identification and optimization of novel therapeutic molecules</li><li>Contribute actively to multidisciplinary drug discovery project teams across therapeutic areas</li><li>Engage as an active member of the broader computational and medicinal chemistry community</li><li>Communicate results clearly and effectively to experts across diverse scientific disciplines</li><li>Present methodologies and analytical findings to both scientific peers and non-specialist stakeholder</li></ul><p></p><p><b><i>About you </i></b></p><ul><li><i>A PhD with a track record of productivity in the areas of computational chemistry, artificial intelligence, machine learning, medicinal chemistry or a relevant scientific discipline</i></li><li><i>≥3 years of professional experience in in-silico drug discovery</i></li><li><i>Expert knowledge in computational drug design</i></li><li><i>Expertise in computational method development and implementation</i></li><li><i>Hands-on experience in systematic analysis of big data and development of predictive models for drug discovery</i></li><li><i>Sound background in medicinal chemistry</i></li><li><i>Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills and team player/collaborative spirit</i></li><li><i>Leadership skills for internal projects and supervision of external collaborations.</i></li><li><i>Strong passion for science, and ability to work well within interdisciplinary teams</i></li></ul><p></p><p><i>Why join us?</i></p><ul><li>Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs. </li></ul><ul><li>Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science. </li></ul><ul><li>Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective. </li></ul><ul><li>Enjoy opportunities to collaborate beyond your area of expertise, working with diverse teams across science, clinical, and digital fields to spark new ideas and drive breakthroughs. </li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-Onsite</p><p>#ComputerAidedDrugDesign</p><p>#DrugDiscovery</p><p>#MachineLearning</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords&#61;sanofi&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns&#61;urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7227338801126264833" target="_blank"><span>#Sanofi</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords&#61;sanoficareers&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns&#61;urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7108450102200938498" target="_blank"><span>#SanofiCareers</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords&#61;pursueprogress&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns&#61;urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7209134303526436865" target="_blank"><span>#PursueProgress</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords&#61;discoverextraordinary&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns&#61;urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7227578032092315648" target="_blank"><span>#DiscoverExtraordinary</span></a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords&#61;ignitingpotential&amp;highlightedUpdateUrns&#61;urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7224858521010384896" target="_blank"><span>#IgnitingPotential</span></a></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h1>Pursue <i>progress</i>, discover <i>extraordinary</i></h1><p>Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.</p><p></p><p>At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.</p><p></p><p>Watch our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v&#61;SkpDBZ-CJKw&amp;t&#61;67s" target="_blank">ALL IN video</a> and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at <a href="https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness" target="_blank">sanofi.com</a>!</p>