Ensemble Structural Informatics Scientist — Data Standards

astera; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Astera is seeking a Scientist for the diffUSE Project to support dynamic structural biology initiatives. This role involves overseeing validation frameworks and collaborating to create data standards that enhance scientific rigor. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, engaging in critical research and development to advance structural biology.

The position is full-time, located in Emeryville, California, and offers a competitive compensation package based on the Bay Area market. Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. and possess expertise in structural biology.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in structural biology, biophysics, computational biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in structural biology methods.
• Deep understanding of structural heterogeneity and dynamics.
• Experience with data standards, metadata frameworks, or scientific database development.
• Strong collaborative skills to build consensus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of validation frameworks for structural representations.
• Identify technical challenges in data representation.
• Guide creation of data tools for structural heterogeneity.
• Ensure interoperability and adoption with stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with software developers and data engineers.

Skills

Structural biology methods

Collaborative skills

Data standards expertise

Education

Ph.D. in structural biology or related field

Tools

PDB

Machine learning workflows

Job description

Astera is seeking a Scientist for the diffUSE Project to support dynamic structural biology initiatives. This role involves overseeing validation frameworks and collaborating to create data standards that enhance scientific rigor. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team, engaging in critical research and development to advance structural biology.

The position is full-time, located in Emeryville, California, and offers a competitive compensation package based on the Bay Area market. Ideal candidates hold a Ph.D. and possess expertise in structural biology.