The Varnek group at the Institute for Chemical Reaction Design and Discovery (ICReDD), Hokkaido University, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to advance research in chemoinformatics, machine learning, and organic chemistry. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and extension of SynPlanner, an open-source toolkit for reaction data preprocessing and retrosynthesis planning. The project involves expanding SynPlanner to cover new reaction types, including mechanochemistry and green chemistry, and building tools for forward synthesis planning.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of chemistry and computer science, focusing on innovative approaches to reaction prediction and synthesis planning. The research environment at ICReDD is internationally recognized, providing access to world-class facilities and collaboration with leading experts in the field. The group is particularly interested in candidates with strong programming skills, experience in chemoinformatics, and a background in machine learning applied to chemical problems.

Applicants should hold a PhD in chemistry, computer science, or a related discipline. Experience with open-source software development, reaction data analysis, and retrosynthesis is highly desirable. The position is based in Sapporo, Japan, and offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in a dynamic and supportive setting.

The application deadline is March 31, 2026, with a negotiable starting date from August 2026. Interested candidates should apply via the official ICReDD opportunity page and prepare all necessary documents as outlined in the call. For more information, visit the provided links or contact the Varnek group directly.