Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

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Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Monje Group within the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering to advance computational research on lipid biophysics and membrane phenomena.

The role involves developing and applying cutting-edge simulation and data-driven methods, collaborating with experimentalists and simulations teams to push the boundaries of our understanding of lipid-protein interactions and membrane properties.

Qualifications

• Develop and apply advanced simulation techniques to study lipid biophysics.
• Engage in theoretical and computational research on lipids in biomolecular mechanisms.
• Utilize data-driven approaches to analyze complex biophysical phenomena at the cell membrane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced simulation techniques for biophysical systems.
• Collaborate with experimental and computational researchers across disciplines.
• Contribute to high-impact discoveries in lipid-protein dynamics and membrane biophysics.

Skills

Computational research

Simulation techniques

Data-driven analysis

Tools

Molecular dynamics

Python

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join the Monje Group in computational research within the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of physics, biology, and computation. The successful candidate will engage in theoretical and computational research aimed at understanding the role of lipids in biomolecular mechanisms and material properties.

Working within a multidisciplinary environment, the postdoctoral researcher will develop and apply advanced simulation techniques, and data-driven approaches to explore complex biophysical phenomena at the cell membrane. This role provides a platform for scientific growth, collaboration with experimental and computational researchers, and contribution to high-impact discoveries in structural biology, lipid-protein dynamics, lipid membrane biophysics, and related areas.

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The Research Foundation of SUNY is an EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.