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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - The School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Nov 21, 2018

Job Details

The School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences

The School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences (SCMB) combines the disciplines of Chemistry, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Parasitology into a single academic unit. The School has modern research laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment and research infrastructure. The School includes over 50 academic staff, who are widely published internationally and have extensive research backgrounds. Information about the School and research interests of academic staff may be found on the web site http://www.scmb.uq.edu.au.

The role

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will focus on the use of molecular dynamics simulations to understand the behaviour of (bio)molecular systems at an atomic level. As well as conducting independent research in areas agreed on with the supervisor the person will assist with the development and maintenance of the Automated Topology Builder and Repository as well as advising and supervising postgraduate students working on joint research projects.

The person

The person is required to have a Ph.D. with expert knowledge in the area of molecular dynamics simulations and related computational techniques. Prior experience in force-field parameterization, strong computational and programming skills and if possible, previous experience working with or the development of automated parameterization software such as the ATB (atb.uq.edu.au) is highly desirable.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University's Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment at Academic level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $66,283 - $89,285 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $77,551 - $104,464 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Prof Alan E. Mark a.e.mark@uq.edu.au.

All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

For information on completing the application process click here.

Company

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