PRR Project

Summary

Job Description: FFUP is seeking an Assistant Professor in the field of Chemical Sciences with emphasis in artificial intelligence in chemistry.The ideal candidate will be a potential research leader as well as a scientific leader for translational research on artificial intelligence in Chemistry, including work in the areas of Organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacognosy, Bromatology, and Analytical Chemistry, and who has clear research visions, educational and administrative skills. Research will be performed with LAQV, encompassing topics ranging from organic chemistry, physical-chemistry, chemical engineering, chemical biology, biochemistry, food chemistry, computational chemistry to molecular biophysics.Key tasks include the development of an independent research line that focuses on application and/or method development aiming the implementation of machine learning techniques, hardware platforms, and algorithms to analyze vast amounts of data, optimize chemical processes, and design new molecules and materials. An important part of the tasks is to provide training for (PhD)-students and Post Docs in cooperation with multidisciplinary teams. The successful applicant must be able to supervise Master and PhD students and to teach at all levels.Key responsibilities include:The assistant professor is expected to establish an independent and internationally recognized research profile in artificial intelligence in chemistry.Follow developments within the subject area and the development of society in general that is important for the work at FFUP and LAQV.Contribute to the supervision of second- and third-cycle students.We expect the successful candidate to value and participate in the general academic work at University of Porto .Scientific Profile: The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:Ph.D. in Chemistry, Engineering, or in a related field with a strong focus on artificial intelligence.Skills on machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing applied to chemical sciences.Advanced knowledge in any of the following fields: analyze chemical data, simulate chemical processes, and design new molecules and materials.Strong publication record in reputable scientific journals, demonstrating the ability to contribute novel insights to the field.Excellent communication and collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.Rationale: The recruitment of an Assistant Professor in the field of Chemical Sciences with expertise in artificial intelligence aligns with our institution´s strategic goals in advancing research in Sustainable Chemistry and Technology. The emphasis in artificial intelligence is justified to reinforce our team of researchers that focus on fundamental and curiosity driven research while addressing important research topics in close collaboration with industry, health care and societal bodies. The expertise of the successful candidate will significantly contribute to ongoing research projects focusing on research in the sustainable chemistry area, particularly on the use of artificial intelligence to simulate processes towards drug discovery, or related to materials science, and to chemical synthesis and analysis, which will strengthen our institutional capabilities in these critical areas.The appointed Assistant Professor will join the staff of Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Porto (FFUP) and be an integrated member of the Associated Laboratory for Green Chemistry (LAQV). The research topic is also in alignment with LAQV-REQUIMTE scientific strategy, reflecting their commitment to staying at the forefront of scientific discovery and making meaningful contributions to the field of chemical sciences, particularly in what concerns health aspects.