PhD position in creation of new AI tools for the evaluation and design of molecular interactions

The Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Grens Institute (MBW) conducts experimental basic research in molecular cell biology, integrative biology and infection and immunobiology. The research environment is characterized by a modern and advanced methodology and has a strong international profile. MBW is one of the larger departments within the Faculty of Science at Stockholm University with just over 30 research groups and approximately 180 employees, of which 65 are doctoral students. More information about us can be found at: Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Grens Institute .

Project description AI for drug design

The doctoral student’s thesis work will be conducted within the framework of Dr. Patrick Bryant’s research group. The project addresses molecular mechanisms for the creation of new AI tools for the evaluation and design of molecular interactions. The project will specifically relate to the 3D structure of proteins and other molecules such as DNA, RNA and drugs and the prediction of interactions between these.

A strong background in programming is a requirement. Please share your git in the application. There will be a strong focus on developing and using machine learning tools and new molecular representations. The developed molecules will be rigorously tested through laboratory analyses with the aim of creating new classes of drugs. Laboratory skills are therefore highly desirable.

The spoken language in the lab and at the department is English and the department offers a multicultural experience with researchers from all over the world. The work will be carried out at the Science for Life Laboratory in collaboration with MBW and SU.

Eligibility requirements

To be admitted to doctoral studies, the applicant must have basic and specific eligibility requirements. The eligibility requirements must be met by the application deadline.

You have basic eligibility if you have completed a degree at advanced level, or have completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits (ECs), of which at least 60 ECTS credits are at advanced level, or have otherwise acquired essentially equivalent knowledge within or outside the country.

To meet the specific eligibility requirements, the general curriculum for doctoral education in the field of molecular biosciences stipulates that applicants must have completed a university degree at advanced level or at least 240 credits of higher education (240 credits at Swedish universities), including at least 120 credits at bachelor’s level in molecular biology, biology, chemistry or a similar subject. Candidates should have completed courses at advanced level in molecular biosciences or equivalent subjects (at least 60 credits), of which at least 30 credits represent an independent research project. Applicants who have other documented qualifications, obtained in Sweden or elsewhere, that are considered to provide equivalent knowledge are also eligible.

Selection

Selection of applicants is made based on their ability to benefit from postgraduate education. Criteria used to assess this ability are:

• documented subject knowledge relevant to the research area
• analytical and creative thinking
• own initiative
• autonomy
• cooperation skills
• ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in English.

Admission procedure for doctoral education at Stockholm University.

About the employment

We offer a fixed-term employment as a doctoral student in accordance with Chapter 5 of the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100). The employment period may not be longer than the equivalent of four years of full-time doctoral education. As a doctoral student, you will primarily devote yourself to your own doctoral education, but the employment may include work with education, research and administration to a limited extent (maximum 20%).

A new appointment as a doctoral student is valid for a maximum of one year, and the appointment is then renewed for a maximum of two years at a time.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace that is free from discrimination and provides equal rights and opportunities for everyone.

Contact

Further information is provided by Dr. Patrick Bryant, patrick.bryant@scielifelab.se .

Application

You apply for the doctoral position via Stockholm University’s recruitment system. Attach a cover letter and CV as well as the attachments requested in the application form. As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it reaches the university by the application deadline.

Instructions for applicants can be found on the website: applying for a job .

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