ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

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POSITION TITLE: Research Programmer III

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will focus on developing command line and graphical user interfaces to simulate, visualize, and analyze structural biology and chemoinformatics data, and to improve the user-friendliness of AutoDock software both for end users and for other programmers building tools that use AutoDock components as a library in Python. An ideal candidate would be able to take on some technical leadership. They would advise on code design and best practices, and would be responsible for establishing, upholding, and communicating standards for technical work in the lab.

The hiring laboratory is a highly multidisciplinary environment, which develops the popular molecular docking suite AutoDock. We are involved in building software infrastructure, and in using the developed software in drug discovery projects. We have a strong emphasis on data analysis, management, and visualization of large molecular virtual screenings, as well as integration with other tools (e.g. OpenMM). Supporting our large user community is a priority.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. A degree in a biological or chemical science may be accepted if accompanied with programming education, training, and/or experience.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in software application development and research programming.
• Experience in software development in Python
• A degree in STEM or equivalent work experience
• Working with, managing or refactoring complex codebases

PREFERRED SKILLSET:

• Packaging Python software on PyPI and conda-forge, including compiled modules with Python bindings.
• Writing software that uses chemoinformatics libraries, especially RDKit.
• Development of desktop applications (e.g., PyQT, PySide)
• Molecular modeling or computational chemistry
• Building or maintaining websites
• C++, git, GitHub

LOCATION: La Jolla, California, or Remote Employment within the United States. In rare circumstances, candidates outside the United States will be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position works in an office environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $71,000 to $90,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO STATEMENT:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.