Scientist, Dynamic Structural Informatics Platform

Astera Institute; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research organization in California is seeking a Scientist for the diffUSE Project to develop infrastructure for dynamic structural biology. You will lead design efforts for an ensemble-aware database and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and expertise in structural biology. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $100K - $180K based on experience. Join our unique mission of advancing scientific progress.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design of an ensemble‑aware database architecture.
• Identify and prioritize technical challenges.
• Oversee the development of validation frameworks.

Skills

Structural biology methods

Understanding of structural heterogeneity and dynamics

Collaborative skills

Education

Ph.D. in structural biology, biophysics, computational biology, or related field

Tools

Experience with PDB, EMDB, BMRB, or other structural biology databases

Job description

An innovative research organization in California is seeking a Scientist for the diffUSE Project to develop infrastructure for dynamic structural biology. You will lead design efforts for an ensemble-aware database and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and expertise in structural biology. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $100K - $180K based on experience. Join our unique mission of advancing scientific progress.