POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN MOLECULAR MODELING AND
MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY AT THE HORMEL INSTITUTE UNIVERSITY OF
MINNESOTA
Two postdoctoral positions are available starting January 15, 2008 at the 
Hormel Institute, an independent research branch of the University of 
Minnesota, located in Austin, MN. The successful candidates will work in 
the newly constituted Molecular Modeling laboratory portion of the Cellular 
and Molecular Biology group at The Hormel Institute. The Institute has 
recently acquired an IBM Blue Gene supercomputer and is collaborating with 
IBM to enhance the computational chemistry effort. One position will
primarily involve simulations using molecular systems that are relevant 
in fundamental Cancer research. The successful candidate will use a variety 
of computational methods and he or she will work closely with 
experimentalists to study these systems. We look for individuals with 
experience in at least 2 of the following competencies: Homology
Modeling, Docking, Virtual Screening, Classical Molecular Dynamics
simulations, 3D/2D-QSAR, or QM/MM calculations. Proteins structure and 
interaction forces analysis and communication with experimentalists are 
part of the duties of this position. A Ph.D. in chemistry, pharmacy, 
biology or related fields is required. Good programming and knowledge of 
scripting languages are required in addition to strong written and oral
communications skills. Experience programming and with High-Performance 
computers is a plus. A second position will focus on the development and 
testing of small molecule inhibitors with potential utility in treating 
different types of cancer. The position requires participation in designing
and execution of research projects, development of synthetic methodologies 
for preparation of biologically active agents. A Ph.D. in organic chemistry, 
synthetic medicinal chemistry or related area is required. Must have a 
strong experience in organic synthesis and associated techniques and be 
familiar with standard analytical methods. A sound knowledge of computer-
aided drug design techniques is preferred.

Please apply on-line at the University of Minnesota employment 
home page www.umn.edu/ohr/employment, reference Requisition Number #152036 
and also email your curriculum vitae to: ambode|a|hi.umn.edu

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