Scientist, Dynamic Structural Biology Data Infrastructure

Astera Institute; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A private research foundation in Emeryville seeks a Scientist to advance the diffUSE Project by developing a comprehensive database for dynamic structural biology. This full-time role involves designing standards, frameworks, and tools for data representation, validation, and retrieval to facilitate scientific collaboration. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a related field, experience in structural biology, and skills in collaborative environments. Competitive compensation is offered based on the Bay Area market.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in structural biology, biophysics, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in structural biology methods.
• Deep understanding of structural heterogeneity and dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design of a database for structural biology.
• Identify and prioritize technical challenges in data representation.
• Direct implementation of infrastructure for continuous model improvement.
• Oversee ensemble-aware validation frameworks for structural representations.
• Guide data deposition and retrieval tools for structural data.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for interoperability.
• Work with developers to create technical solutions based on scientific needs.

Job description

A private research foundation in Emeryville seeks a Scientist to advance the diffUSE Project by developing a comprehensive database for dynamic structural biology. This full-time role involves designing standards, frameworks, and tools for data representation, validation, and retrieval to facilitate scientific collaboration. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in a related field, experience in structural biology, and skills in collaborative environments. Competitive compensation is offered based on the Bay Area market.