Postdoctoral Researcher in Process Optimization, Location:MIT, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Postdoctoral Position in USA

Postdoctoral Researcher in Process Optimization: We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Coley Research Group at MIT for a two-year funded position focused on AI-enabled synthesis and process optimization. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our team and partners to enhance data-driven synthesis planning.

Postdoctoral Researcher in AI-Enabled Synthesis and Process Optimization


Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher


Location:
MIT, Cambridge, Massachusetts


Table of Key Information

CategoryDetails
Research AreaAI-enabled synthesis and process optimization
EligibilityPhD in Chemistry, Cheminformatics, or a related field
Experience RequiredCheminformatics, computer-aided synthesis planning, machine learning
FundingFully funded two-year position
Application DeadlineTo be announced; please inquire for details

Research Area:

  • AI-enabled synthesis and process optimization
  • Generative reaction mechanism prediction
  • Prediction of tandem mass spectra with geometric deep learning

Eligibility/Qualification:

  • A PhD degree in Chemistry, Cheminformatics, or a related field.
  • Experience with cheminformatics, computer-aided synthesis planning, and machine learning.
  • Understanding of process chemistry is essential.
  • Candidates with independent funding are encouraged to mention it in their application.

Job Description:
The postdoctoral researcher will focus on the following objectives:

  • Enhance our existing ASKCOS program for data-driven synthesis planning.
  • Tailor retrosynthesis tools for process development and route selection.
  • Extract knowledge from the literature to develop a quantitative scorecard for pathway ranking.
  • Collaborate with industry partners, such as Sanofi, to align research objectives with real-world applications.

Additional opportunities in generative reaction mechanism prediction and tandem mass spectra prediction using geometric deep learning will be available.


How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send an email to ccoley@mit.edu with:

  • A CV
  • A brief statement outlining research interests and background
  • Professional goals and expectations while working in the group

If independent funding is available, please mention it in your email.


Last Date to Apply:
Until position filled


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