Membrane Transporter MD Research Scientist

Laseagrant; Urbana, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Research Scientist to perform molecular dynamics simulations of membrane transporters and related systems, and to conduct docking studies for potential inhibitors. The role includes administering local computer systems and coordinating NIH Resource activities.

The candidate will prepare manuscripts based on simulation results and collaborate with experimental labs. A PhD and experience in computational molecular techniques are required.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, biophysics, chemistry or related molecular field.
• Experience with molecular systems using computational techniques, molecular simulation, docking, ligand‑protein studies, drug design, analysis scripting and/or membrane transporters.
• Experience performing molecular dynamics simulations with NAMD.
• Extensive work with VMD.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform simulations and analyses. Set up and perform molecular dynamics simulations of membrane transporters and other membrane associated systems alongside the collaborating experimental labs.
• Assist the group systems administration team in handling computers with a variety of architectures and operating systems.
• Coordinate training and outreach activities such as Beckman Open House and hands-on sessions in annual workshops.
• Use the results of the simulations to prepare manuscripts for submission to scientific journals.

Skills

Molecular dynamics

Molecular docking

Python scripting

Shell scripting

Supercomputing

Linux administration

Education

PhD in physics/biophysics/chemistry

Tools

NAMD

VMD

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Research Scientist to perform molecular dynamics simulations of membrane transporters and related systems, and to conduct docking studies for potential inhibitors. The role includes administering local computer systems and coordinating NIH Resource activities.

The candidate will prepare manuscripts based on simulation results and collaborate with experimental labs. A PhD and experience in computational molecular techniques are required.