About AQEMIA
AQEMIA is a next-gen pharmatech company generating one of the world's fastest-growing drug discovery pipeline.
Our mission is to design fast innovative drug candidates for dozens of critical diseases, such as immuno-oncology.
Our unique approach leverages quantum-inspired physics algorithms to power generative AI in designing novel drug candidates—without relying on experimental data.
We already delivered several drug discovery successes within our internal pipeline and through collaborations with pharmaceutical companies. Our most advanced programs are currently in vivo optimization.
VP Finance
AQEMIA is seeking a VP Finance to refine and lead its financial and corporate operations.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP Finance will act as a trusted sparring partner to the CEO and Leadership Team. This role is central to guide strategic decision-making, strengthen governance and build scalable finance, legal and corporate operations.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial backbone of a cutting-edge AI drug discovery company at a critical stage of its journey.
The role will be based in Paris.
Our recruitment process
1. Screening call with Headhunter or VP Finance - 30 - 45mn
2. Business case with VP Finance - 1h
3. Cultural fit interview with Maximilien Levesque, Co-founder and CEO - 1h
4. Cultural fit interview with Emmanuelle Martiano, Co-founder and COO - 45mn
5. Final interview with Maximilien Levesque, Co-founder and CEO - 1h
Why Join Us ?
At AQEMIA, we work for a mission: joining us means having your own impact on changing the way drugs are discovered, and helping to shape the direction of our fast-growing company and team.
Expanding Drug Discovery Pipeline : Focused on critical therapeutic areas like Oncology, CNS, Immuno-inflammation... with in vivo proof of concept/patent stage programs. Collaborations with top Pharma, including a $140M Sanofi deal.
Interdisciplinary Team : brilliant talent from tech and life sciences.
DeepTech Recognition: Part of French Tech 120 and France 2030.
Prime Location : Based in central Paris and London (King's Cross) with the possibility of 2 remote days per week.
International Environment : The work language is English - relocation support and French lessons granted if needed.
Strong Financial Backing : $100M raised from leading European and International investors