Post Doc - Pharmacokinetic Profile Prediction

Post Doc – Pharmacokinetic Profile Prediction

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Job Overview

You aim to make a transformative impact by integrating machine‑learning methods into drug discovery projects? We are seeking a passionate postdoctoral researcher to design predictive modeling approaches that optimally leverage available data to advance drug discovery, focusing on reliable prediction of pharmacokinetic properties in sparse data regimes.

Position duration: 2 years.

Application open until January 4, 2026 (guaranteed consideration until December 22, 2025).

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Develop advanced machine learning methods, including reliable uncertainty estimation, in collaboration with local experts to drive our ML‑based PK modelling initiative.
• Leverage meta‑information integration and multitask approaches to predict small‑molecule properties that impact in‑vivo performance and generate a tangible impact on drug discovery projects.
• Integrate experiments and predictions, together with uncertainty estimates, for data‑driven decision making.
• Contribute to external collaborations, leveraging additional data sources to enhance predictive modelling capabilities.
• Set up a strategy that combines experimental results with predictions to optimise design of in‑vivo studies and prioritise compounds for synthesis.
• Drive publication of research results in close collaboration with the team, ensuring high‑quality scientific output.
• Present work at international conferences and Post‑Doc Days, gaining insights into drug discovery strategies and career development opportunities.

Requirements

• PhD in Life Sciences, Computer Science, or related disciplines.
• Strong programming skills in Python (mandatory); experience with RDKit is an asset.
• Hands‑on experience with state‑of‑the‑art machine‑learning techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary skills (publication record, etc.).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Contact

For questions about the posting or process, contact our HR Direct Team: Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77‑3330 or via email: .

Recruitment Process

1. Online application – The post is online until January 4, 2026. Applications up to December 22, 2025 are guaranteed to be considered.
2. Virtual meeting – Scheduled from mid‑December to end of January.
3. On‑site interview – Beginning of February.

Please include the following documents when applying: CV, Cover Letter.

Documents must be submitted in English.

Additional Information

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Our Company

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