Micro CRISPR Pvt. Ltd., a cutting-edge biotechnology company focused on CRISPR-enabled and computation-driven drug discovery, is hiring a Computational Drug Discovery Scientist / Computational Biologist for its on-site research facility in Delhi, India.
This full-time role is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in computational biology, bioinformatics, molecular modeling, and AI-driven drug discovery, who want to work at the intersection of biology, chemistry, and data science.
🏢 Company Overview – Micro CRISPR Pvt. Ltd.
Micro CRISPR Pvt. Ltd. is an innovation-driven life sciences company leveraging computer-aided drug design (CADD), molecular simulations, and AI-based approaches to accelerate next-generation therapeutic discovery.
🌐 Website: microcrispr.com
🧪 Key Research & Job Responsibilities
As a Computational Drug Discovery Scientist, you will be responsible for:
- Performing Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD) activities, including
- Molecular docking
- Pharmacophore modeling
- Homology modeling
- Studying protein–ligand interactions and mechanisms of action
- Designing novel molecules and combinatorial libraries
- Conducting virtual screening of large chemical libraries
- Running molecular dynamics (MD) simulations, including enhanced sampling
- Applying QM/MM calculations for structure–activity insights
- Supporting AI- and big data–driven drug discovery pipelines
- Collaborating with cross-functional biology and chemistry teams
🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications
Required Education
- Master’s degree in Computational Biology / Bioinformatics OR
- PhD in:
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Computational / Theoretical Chemistry
- Structural Biology
- Bioinformatics
Required Experience & Skills
- Hands-on experience with MD simulations and QM/MM methods
- Strong knowledge of molecular modeling and CADD tools
- Experience with AI/ML approaches in drug discovery
- Solid understanding of protein dynamics and biomolecular simulations
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience in peptide or antibody design
- Ability to independently manage computational projects
💼 Key Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in collaborative R&D teams
- Effective communication with interdisciplinary stakeholders
💰 Salary & Benefits (Indicative)
- Salary Range: ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum (INR)
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI and computational drug discovery projects
- Career growth in an innovative biotech environment
📍 Job Location & Work Mode
- Location: Delhi, India
- Work Mode: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
📩 How to Apply
