Associate Researcher

University of Kansas, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Lawrence, KANSAS

27112BR

Molecular Biosciences


Position Overview

The University of Kansas Computational Chemical Biology Core facility provides computational resources and expertise to enhance the productivity of researchers studying infectious diseases. This position is responsible for performing a variety of computational tasks including docking, virtual screening, molecular modeling, cheminformatics, molecular dynamic simulations, and other associated computational approaches for clients of the Computational Chemical Biology (CCB) Core facility.


Job Description

Perform Computational Chemical Biology Services for Client Projects (80%)

  • Execute client requested computational chemical biology simulations and analyses.
  • Generate and provide professional project reports of services provided with associated data files to meet the client documentation needs with a commitment to the highest standards of scientific quality and ethics.
  • Coordinate and train clients and associated personnel on the use of computational chemical biology hardware and software.
  • Maintain a record of time spent working on each project.
  • Participate in local/regional meetings in presenting the core lab posters locally at small meetings.

Administration of CCB Core infrastructure (10%)

  • Assist with the maintenance of CCB laboratory infrastructure and software environment to include: installing/building software, setting up new workstations, and writing a few scripts to simplify core lab processes.

Scientific Research (10%)

  • Participate in meetings, presentations, and conferences relevant to CCB services and research at the local and regional levels. Co-author participation as writing the methodology sections from the reports.

Position Requirements

Job Location: On Site: Structural Biology Center


Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline and strong computational background or a M.S. and 3 years of experience in computational biology.
  • Familiarity with molecular modeling software and applications.
  • Excellent written communication skills, as evidenced in application materials.
  • Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills as evidenced during the interview process.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge and experience with molecular dynamics simulations and analyses, cheminformatics, medicinal chemistry, and/or deep learning approaches.
  • Publications in peer-reviewed journals, proceedings, or books in subjects relevant to the CCB lab or chemical biology research.

    • Contact Information to Applicants

    Shelley Sandberg; [email protected]


    Additional Candidate Instruction

    A complete application will include a cover letter and a resume. Apply online and submit a letter describing your qualifications for this position. Only complete applications will be considered.

    Review of applications begins on April 12, 2024 and continues as needed to collect a pool of qualified applicants.  To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date.


    Advertised Salary Range

    $50,000 - $60,000


    Application Review Begins

    12-Apr-2024


    Anticipated Start Date

    15-Apr-2024


    Primary Campus

    University of Kansas Lawrence Campus


    Employee Class

    U-Unclassified Professional Staff


    Work Schedule

    M-F; 40 hrs per week


    Conditions of Employment

    Contingent on Funding


    Work Location Assignment

    On-Site


    Disclaimer

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