Full-Time

Drug Discovery Data Scientist

Posted on 11/16/2024

Schrödinger

Schrödinger

501-1,000 employees

Computational platform for biopharmaceutical research

Enterprise Software
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$65k - $85kAnnually

Entry, Junior

Portland, OR, USA

Category
Data Management
Data Science
Data & Analytics
Required Skills
Power BI
Python
R
Git
Tableau
Pandas
NumPy
Looker
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
  • Robust proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, Looker etc.)
  • Experience with any of the following is a plus: Data management and analysis libraries in Python and/or R (e.g., Pandas, Numpy, Scipy), Cloud compute and storage platforms, especially GCP, Version control (e.g., Git), Data Engineering platforms and pipelining tools such as Apache Airflow, Cheminformatics and/or bioinformatics tools (e.g. RDKit, FastQC), Online sources of scientific information (especially NCBI PubMed, RCSB PDB, UniProtKB, EMBL-EBI ChEMBL, SciFinder, Reaxys), FStereochemistry
Responsibilities
  • Research, curate, and prepare computational chemistry and genomics data sets, as well as compile, clean, and summarize results and metadata
  • Find, prepare, and maintain data, which could include: processing proprietary data and information according to guidelines, managing data on Google Cloud Platform, collaborating with key internal or external advisors to determine what data they need, collecting key data by using a wide variety of public and paid scientific sources, documenting collection and data transformation work
  • Support data-related technical issues

Schrödinger provides a computational platform that aids in the research efforts of biopharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and government laboratories around the world. Their platform offers advanced computational tools that help in drug discovery and development across various therapeutic areas. Schrödinger's products work by utilizing sophisticated algorithms and simulations to predict molecular behavior, which assists researchers in identifying potential drug candidates more efficiently. What sets Schrödinger apart from its competitors is its extensive global reach, serving clients in over 70 countries, and its dual focus on both software licensing and collaborative drug discovery programs. The company's goal is to advance scientific research and innovation by enhancing its computational platform and fostering partnerships that lead to successful drug development.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$362.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1990

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Schrödinger's rapid identification of development candidates, such as SGR-1505, significantly accelerates the drug discovery process, offering a competitive advantage.
  • Recent investments from firms like Duality Advisers LP and Moody Aldrich Partners LLC indicate strong market confidence in Schrödinger's growth potential.
  • The company's expansion into new space in New York reflects its growth trajectory and commitment to scaling its operations.

What critics are saying

  • The high costs associated with expanding physical space and investing in new technologies could strain financial resources if not managed carefully.
  • The competitive nature of the drug discovery and computational chemistry sectors means Schrödinger must continuously innovate to maintain its edge.

What makes Schrödinger unique

  • Schrödinger's unique integration of physics-based computational methods with machine learning sets it apart in the drug discovery landscape.
  • The company's ability to triage billions of compounds and identify development candidates in a fraction of the typical time showcases its technological edge.
  • Schrödinger's commitment to ESG initiatives, as highlighted in their annual Corporate Sustainability report, adds a layer of corporate responsibility that differentiates it from many competitors.

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