TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate

Lubbock

39657BR

Chemistry

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or
supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research
project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of
publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members
with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall
effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions

The Liang Group is seeking a motivated and independent postdoc to work on the
multiscale simulation of photoactive proteins.
Responsibilities:

- Possible research topics involve developing and using advanced electronic
structure, quantum dynamics and enhanced sampling methods to study
photochemical reactions in biomolecules.

- The successful candidate is expected to have strong independent
problem-solving skills in molecular simulations and track the most recent
research progress in the literature related to the projects.

- The candidate is expected to work independently without much reliance on
the PI's hands-on guidance.

- The candidate is also expected to actively discuss research progress with
the PI, attend conferences to present research, and write high-quality drafts
of manuscripts.

- Other responsibilities include mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.

Required Qualifications

PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research
practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize
work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise
independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and
activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the
determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to
establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and
the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing
direct training and supervision as needed.


Preferred Qualifications

 Ph.D. degree in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or related field

 Experience in method development and coding is preferred.

 Research experience in at least two of the following areas:

 Method and software development

 Quantum dynamics and mixed quantum-classical dynamics simulation

 Excited-state electronic structure calculation

 Enhanced sampling method and free energy calculation

 Expertise in non-adiabatic dynamics simulations and method developments are
 prioritized.

 Good publication record

 Effective verbal and written communication skills in English


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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or
status as a protected veteran.

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