Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Molecular And Cellular Medicine

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

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Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The School of Medicine is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to serve as a member of the Cell Biology and Genetics team in the Bankaitis Lab. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate, under general supervision, is responsible for applying atomistic Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations to uncover the molecular mechanisms of protein recruitment to membranes and the dynamics associated with lipid binding. The focus will be specifically on protein systems that are involved in signal transduction at the membrane surface.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Other Requirements and Factors: Must be able to interface directly with the HPRC regarding computational issues/problems.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place. 

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Appropriate doctoral degree.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with using GROMACS software for simulation of large biomolecular systems; experience in using Python for scientific software programming; and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience/knowledge working in laboratory setting.

• Ph.D. in chemistry, physics, biochemistry, or a related field.

• Strong skills in navigating protein structural data sets

Responsibilities:

• Molecular Research Analysis: Uses computational approaches to describe protein: drug interactions and use computational methods for rational drug design with specified targets and defined chemical scaffolds. Develops simulations to uncover the molecular mechanics of protein recruitment to membranes. Performs data and statistical analysis of first-hand and second datasets in collaboration with staff/students, or with collaborators and their research teams.

• Application of Molecular Dynamics: Applies atomistic Molecular Dynamics (MD) simulations approaches, including setting up complex systems for MD and analysis of the data. Performs independent research activities using molecular dynamics and specified research targets and other forces relating to lab research.

• Research Presentations: Prepares Research Presentation targeted to Molecular Dynamics .

• Lab Duties: Completes general lab duties. Maintains clean lab space. Maintains and stocks chemicals and lab supplies. Performs other duties as assigned which might include, but are not limited to, GROMACS software updates, computer maintenance/organization, solutions in data storage, data presentation in lab meetings, etc.

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