A Biophysicist is a scientist who uses physics to study biological systems using an interdisciplinary approach. Studies from molecules to organisms are conducted, analyzed, and interpreted for scientific evidence in proving or providing information for the greater good of medicine or science. May determine the effects of foods, drugs, serums, hormones, and other substances on tissues and vital processes of living organisms.
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Job No:
502937
Work Type:
Staff Location:
Newark, DE Categories:
Research & Laboratory, Full Time
CONTEXT OF THE JOB
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is a nationally ranked, research-intensive unit with over $25 million dollars of research-grade instrumentation including spectrometers (nuclear magnetic resonance, mass, optical, x-ray), chromatographs (gas and liquid), vacuum equipment (pumps, chambers) and laboratory equipment (analytical balances, centrifuges, motors, refrigeration and other temperature-controlled devices, etc.). The primary function of this position is to conduct research regarding the molecular architecture of the HIV virus in the group of Prof. Juan R. Perilla ( http://biophysics.chem.udel.edu) . The U.S. National Institutes of Health-funded projects are focused on the design, development, and execution of computer simulations of system related to the maturation of the HIV-1 virus. Preference will be given to applications with expertise in 1) protein dynamics; 2) molecular dynamics simulations; and 3) high-performance computing environments. Prior programming experience is preferred but not required. The postdoctoral scientist will design, perform, and develop new scientific tools for the analysis of long-time and/or large-scale molecular dynamics simulations in collaboration with the PI. The postdoctoral scientist will also collaborate with structural biologists (Yale University and virologist (Vanderbilt University). The selected candidate will participate in the development, testing and implementation of novel computational methods that incorporate experimental data and the preparation of technical reports and peer-reviewed publications; and the dissemination of project results at professional meetings. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Juan R. Perilla (biophysics@udel.edu) prior to submission. Candidates should submit a CV and the names, phone numbers and email addresses of three references through the University of Delaware Jobs website. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility of renewal. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct research at University of Delaware in the Perilla Group Lab Research regarding the molecular architecture of the HIV-1 virus
QUALIFICATIONS
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