Postdoctoral Researcher - Computational Chemistry

Postdoctoral Researcher
- Computational Chemistry

Job Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher
- Computational Chemistry

Location:

Syracuse, NY

Campus:
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $62,400 - $67,400

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

As determined by principal investigator

Job Type: Full-time

Rank:
Post Doc

Unionized Position Code:
Not Applicable

Job Description:

The Acharya group (AComp Chem Lab ) uses multiscale computational modeling to investigate complex biological systems spanning bacteria, viruses, and light-sensitive proteins, particularly emphasizing the native protein, lipid, and sugar environments. More details about AComp Chem Lab  may be found at  The postdoctoral associate is expected to participate in these projects. The successful candidate will have Dr. Acharya's support for their career development efforts, including attempting to get independent research funding.

The candidate will have access to the resources available to AComp Chem Lab  to do so. The initial appointment will be for 1-year and renewable upon mutual agreement based on an annual performance review and funding availability.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related subjects. Experience in electronic structure theory, QM/MM simulations, and/or MD simulations. Experience with building machine learning models in a biochemical context. Experience in coding and scripting (e.g., python, tcl)

Job Specific

Qualifications:

Familiarity with at least one molecular dynamics package (e.g., NAMD, AMBER, CHARMM, GROMACS, etc.) Experience in working with biochemical/biophysical systems or processes. In-depth knowledge and experience with Python libraries for machine learning and data science. Experience with at least one molecular visualization package (e.g., VMD, PyMOL, UCSF Chimera, etc) Ability to work as an independent scientist.

Responsibilities:
Prepare biochemical systems in their native environments and perform equilibrium and non-equilibrium molecular dynamics simulations, including free-energy calculations for systems studied by Dr. Acharya's group (AComp Chem Lab ). Set up and perform electronic structure and multiscale QM/MM calculations. Build a database for machine learning models and develop models for electronic properties. Perform network analysis and build machine learning models relevant for allosteric processes.

Provide technical help to other students and prepare presentations Write and publish peer-reviewed research papers and assist Dr. Acharya, as required. Travel and present research at conferences, as appropriate.

Application Instructions:
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three references.

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