Postdoctoral Research Associate

Posting Number F00751P Position Title Postdoctoral Research Associate Department Chemistry Location Arlington Job Family Faculty Position Status Full-time Rank Post-Doc Work Hours Standard Open to External and Internal FLSA Exempt Duration Job terminates Pay Basis Monthly Benefits Eligible Yes

Job Summary

The research group of Dr. Kwangho Nam in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, College of Science, at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position focused on QM/MM and Machine Learning Development, with Applications to Enzyme Mechanism Research.

This position is expected to start immediately.

About Professor Nam's research group

Dr. Nam's research, supported by NIH and Welch Foundation, focuses on the development of hybrid QM/MM methodologies, machine learning approaches, and advanced free energy simulation methods. These methods are applied to investigate enzyme catalysis, conformational dynamics, allosteric regulation, and drug discovery. The group utilizes state-of-the-art computational tools, including CHARMM, AMBER, OpenMM, and a range of quantum chemistry programs.

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research focused on the development and application of advanced QM/MM and machine learning methodologies to investigate enzymatic reaction mechanisms. Responsibilities include performing computational simulations, analyzing results and effectively communicating findings through written reports and oral presentations. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work under the supervision of Prof. Nam while contributing independently to ongoing research projects.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, or a closely related field. The ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity, independence, and strong motivation. A solid background in computational and theoretical chemistry is required, including experience with molecular dynamics simulations, statistical mechanics, and electronic structure theory. Proficiency in scientific programming is essential, with experience in Python, Fortran, and parallel computing frameworks (e.g., MPI and OpenMP) and/or GPU-accelerated computing.

Preferred Qualifications Special Conditions for Eligibility Department Information

The UTA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department offers many specialized undergraduate degree programs that offer an excellent foundation in chemistry and biochemistry, and our graduate programs provide advanced training in a collaborative research environment which has the Carnegie Classification's highest rating: R1 Doctoral Universities - "Very High Research Activity." The UTA Chemistry and Biochemistry Department hosts 23 tenured and tenure-track faculty and several scientists conducting highly innovative and collaborative research.

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Bold Solutions/Global Impact, the University fosters interdisciplinary research and education within five broad themes: health and the human condition, sustainable communities, global environmental impact, data-driven discovery and culture and society transformations. Its strategic location in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metroplex also offers a rich environment for industry-university collaboration in research and development.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is…