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Postdoctoral Position in Computational Biophysics
(May 06, 2022)
At least one postdoctoral Research Associate position in the general area of
Computational Biophysics is available in the University of
Massachusetts Amherst Institute
of Applied Life Sciences (IALS), a fast-growing enterprise dedicated
to developing the next generation of life science products and technologies
to improve human health. The candidate will be able to work on a
range of areas including:
- computational method development (e.g.,
coarse graining, implicit solvent, enhanced sampling)
- intrinsically disordered proteins
(e.g., structure, interaction, liquid-liquid
phase transition, drug)
- transmembrane ion channels
(e.g., gating and regulation, BK, TRV4)
- physics-inspired machine-learning methods (e.g.,
prediction of protein function, design of artificial
protein-binding polymers)
For more information on our current research interests and topics,
please refer to our group website:
http://people.chem.umass.edu/jchenlab.
The candidate should have a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, or a
related field, withe extensive experience and strong publication
record in biomolecular modeling and simulation. Successful
applicants should also have strong background in scientific
computing and statistical mechanics and display excellent general
knowledge and understanding of biophysics, computation and
biomolecular modeling. An ideal candidate would also display a
strong passion for science, and the ability and desire to work both
independently and as part of a team. We work closely with
experimental collaborators in many projects and thus good
communication skills will be a strong plus.
Initial appointments will be for one year with the possibility of
renewal for at least three years. The salary will be competitive and
follow NIH and UMass guidelines. Application materials should be
sent by email to Dr. Jianhan Chen
at: Please use "Computational Biophysicist 2022" as
the subject line. The application materials should include: a cover
letter stating interests and long-term goals, CV, and list of at
least three references.
UMass Amherst is the Commonwealth's flagship campus and a top-30
public research university. It is located in Amherst, Massachusetts,
sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley (AKA: Happy Valley) of Western
Massachusetts, 90 miles from Boston and 175 miles from New York
City. The campus provides a rich cultural environment in a rural
setting close to major urban centers. University of Massachusetts is
an EOE of individuals with disabilities and protected
veterans. Background check required. University of Massachusetts
actively seeks diversity among its employees.
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