Post Doctoral Research Associate

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Title

Post Doctoral Research Associate

Department

Physics

Reports To

Professor

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

The candidate will be working on the self-assembly of amphipathic peptides into supramolecular structures in bulk solvent and at water-lipid interfaces. The successful applicant will carry out the computational part of the project while experiments will be performed by our collaborator at the University of Rochester. The chosen candidate will have access to state-of-the-art supercomputers and will be given ample opportunity to grow as a researcher, e.g, by supervising students, collaborating with experimentalists, attending conferences, and learning new skills (including python and Artificial Intelligence).

Essential Functions

• Investigate the self-assembly process by which amphipathic peptides form supramolecular structures in solution and at water-lipid interfaces.
• Carry out the computational part of the project while experiments will be performed by our collaborator (Prof. Bradley Nilsson) at the University of Rochester.
• Use state-of-the-art simulations, theory, and Machine Learning in their investigation; make high-quality figures; write papers; and assist in the submission of proposals.
• Assist in the organization of meetings with collaborators, and attend conferences.
  
  

Prerequisite Qualifications

• A good understanding of computer simulations (e.g., molecular dynamics, all-atom simulations, coarse-grained models, and enhanced sampling methods) proven through the publication of scientific articles.
• Knowledge of protein aggregation, and protein-membrane interactions is also desired.
• Clear oral communication with proven experience in writing scientific papers.
• Basic knowledge of the Linux operational system including script writing.
• At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• While knowledge of specific software packages is not required, our group uses mainly GROMACS to perform simulations, VMD to visualize atomic structures, and Xmgrace/python to plot scientific data.
• The candidate is expected to learn how to use GROMACS as they join our group.
  
  

Bargaining Unit

AFT-UCAN

Salary Information

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the negotiated starting annual salary for this position is $62,232.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses or other items.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.

Flsa

Exempt

Full-Time

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