Sereina Riniker

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ETH Zürich is advertising a PhD position for a Doctoral Student in Computational Chemistry in Prof. Dr. Sereina Riniker’s group at the Institute of Molecular Physical Science. The project focuses on the development of methodology for classical molecular dynamics simulations and cheminformatics, and on applying these methods to challenging biological and chemical questions. The main doctoral project will be carried out in collaboration with a pharmaceutical company and an experimental academic laboratory. The scientific focus includes cyclic peptides, protein-binding affinity, and cell permeability, with the work involving molecular dynamics simulations, enhanced sampling techniques, and machine learning. Applicants should have an M.Sc. in computational chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, or physics. Experience with molecular dynamics simulations, machine learning, and strong Python programming skills are highly advantageous. The post also requires proficiency in English, plus good communication skills and social competence. ETH Zurich highlights that it welcomes self-motivated candidates with an outstanding academic record and professional integrity. The project offers research and training in computational chemistry and computer-aided drug design, within a collaborative environment that includes international faculty and researchers from academia and industry. ETH Zurich emphasizes its values of diversity, equality of opportunity, inclusion, and sustainability. Applications must be submitted online by 2026-09-30. The required documents are a statement of interest, a comprehensive CV and publication list, contact details for two references, and copies of degree certificates and transcripts. Questions about the position should be directed to Prof. Dr. Sereina Riniker at [email protected]. Applications by email or post will not be considered. The preferred starting date is early 2027.