AMBER Archive (2009)

Subject: [AMBER] Postdoc Position Available at SDSC/UCSD

From: Ross Walker (ross_at_rosswalker.co.uk)
Date: Wed Jan 14 2009 - 14:35:52 CST

Dear All,

I apologize for this slightly off topic message but I thought you might have
interest, or know somebody who might be interested, in the following postdoc
position that I currently have available:

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Postdoctoral Researcher

University of California
Campus: San Diego

Academic Department/Research Unit:
San Diego Supercomputer Center

Research Discipline:
Computational Molecular Biology/Chemistry, High Performance Computing

Description:
A postdoctoral position in computational molecular biology is available
within the group of Ross Walker at the San Diego Supercomputer Center. This
will involve close collaboration with UCSD and Lawrence Livermore National
Laboratory to carry out research in the field of Molecular Dynamics
Simulations.

The research focus of the group is advanced Molecular Dynamics (MD)
simulations. It includes the development of efficient algorithms for
accurate and parallel computation of Quantum Mechanical and hybrid
Quantum/Molecular Mechanical (QM/MM) MD simulations; improved sampling
techniques for classical and QM/MM MD simulations; the development of novel
approaches for analysis of large scale and long time length MD simulation
trajectories; approaches to parallel post-processing and on the fly MD
analysis as well as the use of MD simulation techniques for studying protein
reactivity including elucidation of the activation pathways of adenovirus
proteases and studies of cellulose degrading enzymes for use in bio-fuel
production.

The successful candidate will interact with the developers of the AMBER
software package. The incumbent will have access to SDSC and LLNL
supercomputer resources including some of the world's most powerful
machines. Occasional travel may be required including visits to the LLNL
site approximately once every 3 to 4 months.

Location:
Nestled along the Pacific Ocean on 1,200 acres of coastal woodland, just
steps from the beach and minutes from beautiful downtown La Jolla, UC San
Diego (http://www.ucsd.edu/) is a preeminent university in the country
providing an excellent environment for research in computational biology,
computer science, biochemistry, bioengineering, medicine, as well as
interdisciplinary research. The successful candidate will reside in the new
building of San Diego Supercomputer Center (http://www.sdsc.edu/) on the
main campus of UCSD.

Salary/Stipend Information:
Commensurate with NIH Guidelines.

Benefits:
This position qualifies for Full Postdoctoral Benefits - see
http://research.ucsd.edu/postdoc/benefits.aspx for further information.

Procedure to Apply:
Interested individuals should e-mail their curriculum vitae, a cover letter
stating research interests and career goals and the names, telephone
numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Dr. Ross C. Walker at
rcw_at_sdsc.edu.

Skills and Knowledge Required:
The applicant should have, or expect to shortly receive, a Ph.D. in
Computational Biology, Computational Chemistry, Computational Life Sciences
or relevant disciplines as well as research experience in computational
molecular biology, computer programming skills, including Fortran 95 and
C/C++, and knowledge of molecular biology, protein structure and molecular
dynamics. Applicants with Ph.D.'s in Computer Science backgrounds will also
be considered if they have experience in molecular dynamics simulations or
related disciplines. Experience in high performance computing, molecular
dynamics and parallel programming (MPI) is also desirable. Applicants should
enjoy working on challenging and exciting projects together with a team of
international experts.

Position Closing Date:
Open Until Filled.

Appointment Length/Period:
One year, with possibility of renewals.

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Ross C. Walker, Phd
rcw_at_sdsc.edu
Telephone: (858) 822-0854
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| Assistant Research Professor |
| San Diego Supercomputer Center |
| Tel: +1 858 822 0854 | EMail:- ross_at_rosswalker.co.uk |
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