Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University at Buffalo seeks a Postdoctoral Associate in Chemical & Biological Engineering to advance theoretical and computational research on lipid roles in biomolecular mechanisms and material properties.

The role focuses on developing simulation methods, applying data-driven analyses, and collaborating across disciplines to reveal cell membrane biophysics and lipid–protein dynamics.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics or related field with experience in biomolecular simulation techniques and scripting (Bash, Python).
• Demonstrated ability in molecular modelling, biophysics or material design, and experience with enhanced sampling techniques.
• Experience using high-performance computing clusters, preferably GPU-based computing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced simulation techniques to study lipid–protein dynamics and membrane biophysics.
• Collaborate with experimental and computational researchers to interpret data and validate models.
• Contribute to publications and presentations in structural biology and biophysics.

Skills

Biomolecular simulation

Scripting (Bash)

Python

Molecular modelling

High-performance computing

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics

Tools

GPU computing

Coarse-grained methods

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

Position Title Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

Classification Title

Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate

Department

Department Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering

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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics, or a related discipline with experience in biomolecular simulation techniques, and programming/scripting (Bash,Python)

Preferred Qualifications

• The candidate should have demonstrated experience in molecular modelling, particularly in the areas of biophysics or material design (all atom / coarse- grained approaches)
• Experience with enhanced sampling techniques; computational biophysics/chemistry
• Usage of high-performance computing clusters, preferably GPU -based computing
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and hypothesis testing
• Strong publication record

Physical Demands

Driving Requirements

This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range

$57,000

Additional Salary Information

The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week

Campus

North Campus

Posting Dates

Posted 08/28/2026

Date to be filled 10/01/2026

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UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at [e-mail] or by phone [phone].