Postdoctoral Research Associate

Posting Details
Posting Details

Posting Number
S05861P

Position Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Functional Title
Postdoctoral Research Associate

Department
Chemistry

Salary Range
50,000 - 54,8400 DOQ

Pay Basis
Monthly

Position Status
Regular full-time

Location
Richardson

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date
08/13/2024

Posting Close Date
10/13/2024

Open Until Filled
No

Desired Start Date
09/02/2024

Job Summary
Postdoctoral Fellow -
A position is available immediately for a postdoctoral researcher in theoretical/computational biophysics and biochemistry in the lab of Hedieh Torabifard in the Departments of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Texas at Dallas. We are looking for a creative, independent and highly motivated individual to work on the development of machine learned force fields, and applications of molecular modeling (including all-atom MD, free energy methods and meta-dynamics) to biomolecular systems using polarizable and non-polarizable force fields.

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D in a related field.

Preferred Education and Experience
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Biophysics, Chemistry, or related field. A strong background in computational/theoretical molecular simulations (e.g. force field development, computer simulation, ML/AI, stat. mech.) and programming skills are essential. For more information see: https://labs.utdallas.edu/torabifard/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Software development and maintenance, methods/ML algorithms development, computational simulations, mentoring of junior group members.

Organize and prepare required reports for research operations and sponsored projects.
Responsible for routine operations, including equipment maintenance, safety training, chemical and purchase inventory.

Maintain a well-documented, reusable codebase, and traceable model history.
Participate in manuscript writing and preparation, conference presentations and posters, and proposal writing.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
None.

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information
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About Us
Located in one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan regions, The University of Texas at Dallas is a top value public university with more than 31,000 students across seven schools. The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A collection of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission.

A remote work schedule is not available for this position.

Special Instructions Summary

Important Message
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