Research Associate, Research Scientist, Biomedical Science

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Research Associate

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Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Albany State University invites applicants for a Research Associate position supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The successful candidate will join an active research program focused on computational modeling of biomolecular systems. This is a full-time research appointment with an initial term of one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding.

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Performing molecular dynamics simulations of ligand-protein systems.
• Applying computational chemistry methods to investigate biomolecular interactions.
• Utilizing AI-driven and data-driven approaches to study molecular interactions and structure-function relationships.
• Analyzing and interpreting computational results.
• Contributing to peer-reviewed publications, research reports, and grant-related activities.

• Master's degree in Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology, Biophysics, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with molecular dynamics simulations and biomolecular modeling.
• Experience in ligand-protein interaction analysis.
• Familiarity with or strong interest in artificial intelligence/machine learning approaches applied to chemical or biological systems will be a plus.

PhD preferred in Computational Chemistry, Computational Biology, Biophysics, or a closely related discipline.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.

• Knowledge of computational chemistry and computational biology, including molecular dynamics simulations and biomolecular modeling of ligand-protein systems.
• Knowledge of biomolecular interaction analysis and structure-function relationships, with familiarity or strong interest in AI- and data-driven approaches applied to molecular systems.

• Skill in performing molecular dynamics simulations and analyzing ligand-protein interactions using computational modeling tools.
• Skill in analyzing and interpreting computational data and contributing findings to research reports, manuscripts, and grant-related activities.

• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research in a grant-funded academic environment while meeting project deadlines.
• Ability to communicate scientific results effectively, both in writing and through collaboration with faculty and research teams.

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