Assistant Professor: Computational Structural Biology & MD

Vcu Rrtc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition benefits

Career development

Research support

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in computational structural biology. The successful candidate will conduct MD simulations and AI-driven multiscale modeling of biomolecular systems, bridging molecular and systems biology.

The department seeks a leader who can mentor trainees, teach biochemistry and biophysics at graduate and medical school levels, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a quantitative field with strong research in structural biology.
• Experience with large-scale multi-omics data integration and single-cell/spatial methods.
• Proven translational experience with IP, startups, or industry partnerships.
• Demonstrated collaborative academic leadership.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead research using MD simulations and AI-driven multiscale modeling.
• Mentor trainees and teach biochemistry and biophysics at graduate and medical school levels.
• Contribute to service and development of extramural collaborations.

Skills

Computational biology

Molecular simulations

Large-scale data integration

Leadership & collaboration

Teaching & mentoring

Ethics & integrity

Education

Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in quantitative field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in computational structural biology. The successful candidate will conduct MD simulations and AI-driven multiscale modeling of biomolecular systems, bridging molecular and systems biology.

The department seeks a leader who can mentor trainees, teach biochemistry and biophysics at graduate and medical school levels, and contribute to interdisciplinary collaborations and