Student, Computational Chemistry

About OICR

OICR is Ontario’s cancer research institute. We bring together people from across the province and around the world to improve the lives of everyone affected by cancer. We take on the biggest challenges in cancer research and deliver real-world solutions to find cancer earlier and treat it more effectively. We are committed to helping people living with cancer, as well as future generations, live longer and healthier lives.

Launched in December 2005, OICR is an independent institute funded by the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security.

Job Details

Position: Student, Computational Chemistry

Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto

Department: Drug Discovery

Reports To: Research Scientist

Salary: Commensurate with level of experience; plus a defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)

Hours: 14 hours/week 

Job Type: On-site
Status: Part-time, temporary for 3 months

Position Summary

The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research (OICR) is seeking a Student, Computational Chemistry to join the Drug Discovery team.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct a virtual screening on a therapeutically relevant target based on known structural data


• Deploy new and existing software tools to accelerate small molecule drug discovery of cancer therapies


• Help prepare building blocks and screening libraries that includes standardization of compounds followed by automated filtering and curation of generated databases


• Communicate effectively with internal collaborators
  


• Adhere to all OICR safety guidelines and policies and act as a positive example to peers
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BSc in Chemistry or a related area


• Basic knowledge of some of relevant computational chemistry software, that include docking tools, visualization tools (Pymol), ICM Browser, Data Warrior, KNIME


• Knowledge of at least one programming language
  


• Some familiarity with organic chemistry 


• Ability to work independently and know when to ask for help to manage priorities and meet timelines
  


• Ability to work as part of the team through effectively communication with internal collaborators


• Great team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills


• Highly motivated self-starter who is willing to adapt to a changing environment

For more information about OICR, please visit the website at www.oicr.on.ca.

To learn more about working at OICR, visit our career page.

POSTED DATE:         April 11, 2025
CLOSING DATE:       Until Filled

OICR is committed to fostering a climate of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we support an inclusive culture for all. We welcome all applicants, and encourage applications from racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others who may contribute to furthering a diversity of ideas within our community. OICR is committed to fair assessment of a candidate’s abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience. Providing an accessible workplace and recruitment process is important to us, as described in our Accessibility Plan (https://oicr.on.ca/accessibility/).  Should you require accommodation during any stage in the recruitment process, please complete the form at the bottom of page https://oicr.on.ca/careers/. Information received related to accommodation will be handled confidentially.  

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The Ontario Institute for Cancer Research thanks all applicants. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.