Leuven | More than two weeks ago
Push the boundaries of computational drug design
This PHD is a collaboration between IMEC (Leuven) and the University of Antwerp, Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD candidate to join our collaborative research project between the AI & Algorithms group at IMEC (Leuven) and the University of Antwerp’s Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry (UAMC), under the guidance of Prof. Hans De Winter. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and medicinal chemistry, contributing to the development of novel inhibitors for therapeutic protein targets through computational methods.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be involved in a research project focused on the development and validation of software tools to automate cosolvent molecular dynamics simulations. The goal of this project is to accelerate the identification and optimization of inhibitors for several key therapeutic protein targets. You will:
This PhD project offers a stimulating research environment, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative computational drug discovery methodologies that have real-world therapeutic implications.
Job Profile
For further information, please contact Prof. Hans De Winter at hans.dewinter@uantwerpen.be.
Join us in this exciting research journey and be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of computational drug design!
Required background: Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering
Type of work: 80% modeling/simulation, 20% literature
Supervisor: Hans De Winter
Co-supervisor: Peter Vrancx
Daily advisor: Peter Vrancx
The reference code for this position is 2025-134. Mention this reference code on your application form.