Scientist

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Cresset is a software development and contract research organization that delivers solutions enabling companies to discover, design and optimize molecules. Cresset is also a development partner for Torx Software, a platform that enables better design decisions and tracking compound synthesis. For over 20 years we have helped organizations improve human health by providing solutions that enable them to develop better treatments for critical diseases. Our global customer-base includes pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agrochemical, flavor and fragrance companies, and academics.

Exceptional talent

Cresset has seen significant organic growth and, with investment backing, we are on a rapid growth trajectory across all areas of the business to deliver not only outstanding solutions for our customers, but to recognize the outstanding talent who choose to advance their career with Cresset. Personal professional development is at the heart of our commitment to all employees – we take great pride in seeing colleagues progress their career within the company.

New product development driven by best-in-class infrastructure

New product development is crucial so that we deliver the drug discovery tools of the future. Alongside enhancing existing science and technology we have a strong greenfield project pipeline and encourage our highly experienced software developers, computational chemistry developers and talented colleagues to take ownership of these projects and drive them through the development process.

We commit to providing you with the tools to do your job to its fullest potential. We invest significantly in cutting-edge server and network infrastructure to ensure our colleagues have access to best-in-class technology to deliver the reliable solutions our customers depend on us for.

Summary of position

Cresset are seeking a committed and passionate scientist to join our rapidly expanding global team of drug discovery scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out computational chemistry project work, delivering a diverse range of projects to Cresset Discovery customers
• Assist with writing and delivering proposals for Cresset Discovery opportunities
• Participate in customer conference calls and meetings – pre, during and post project
• Ensure customer data integrity and confidentiality
• Marketing contribution - writing blogs and case studies and delivering webinars
• Represent Cresset Discovery and attend conferences, seminars, and exhibitions

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in chemistry or a closely related field
• A PhD in a field of relevance to molecular modelling
• CADD experience, with 3+ years within a drug discovery environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• A dynamic and flexible approach towards achieving clients' objectives
• A demonstrable ability to deliver on multiple projects whilst meeting challenging deadlines
• An active interest in new technologies

Desirable

• Expertise on using free-energy methods for drug discovery projects
• In depth knowledge of both windows and Linux operating systems including scripting
• High performance computing experience

Location

UK based, Hybrid, some work from UK office in Litlington SG8

Benefits

• Hybrid working opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (full time employee)
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Lifestyle rewards
• Social activities
• Free car parking and covered cycle storage
• Cycle to work scheme