The center for cellular and biomolecular machines (ccbm) at uc merced is seeking a project scientist who will work with ccbm researchers on projects in the broad area of computational modeling of biological systemsThe candidate will collaborate with physicists, chemists, bioengineers and materials scientists to advance the center`s research agenda; lend computational and modeling expertise to existing projects as well as initiate new collaborations and projects under the auspices of the center; publish their work in reputed peer-reviewed journals; provide mentoring and guidance to graduate and undergraduate fellows of the center in matters related to computational modeling; be responsible for managing the computational resources of the center including cluster administration and oversight; be responsible for facilitating the delivery of computational training modules and informal workshops as part of the center`s education program; take part actively in the outreach activities of the center including summer reu programs and local public school outreach; and is expected to have grant-writing experience and actively seek extramural fundingFlexibility in working arrangements, including a mix of in-person and remote work, can be accommodated.
The center for cellular and biomolecular machines (ccbm) at uc merced is funded by the national science foundation (nsf) centers of research excellence in science and technology (crest) programEstablished in 2016 and currently starting the second five year phase ii, ccbm’s vision is to be nationally and internationally recognized for cutting-edge interdisciplinary research on functional multi-scale biomolecular and cellular assemblies and to be a model for integrated research, education and outreachThrough focused efforts to encourage participation among underrepresented students from the san joaquin valley and beyond, ccbm will develop a pipeline for a highly qualified science, technology, engineering and math (stem) workforce and produce high-caliber, diverse trainees at all levels who can spur growth in california’s san joaquin valleyCcbm brings together more than 30 faculty members from multiple units across campus including bioengineering, physics, chemistry and chemical biology, materials science and engineering, and is led by faculty co-directors victor muñoz and ajay gopinathan.
Center for cellular and biomolecular machines (ccbm) website: https://ccbm.ucmerced.edu
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Qualifications
Basic qualifications
Ph.dIn field such as physics, chemistry, bioengineering, or a related field with thesis work related to computational modeling of biological systems
Additional qualifications
At least four years of postdoctoral experience working on computational modeling of biological systems; strong communication skills and grant-writing experience in addition to the ability to lead team-based research projects in close collaboration with faculty and researchers from multiple disciplines.
Application requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum vitae - your most recently updated c.v.
Cover letter - the cover letter should include why you are seeking this position and your relevant experience.
Statement of research
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
Please list 3 references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and email address.
Apply link: https://aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/jpf01199
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Campus information
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The university of california, merced, is the newest of the university of california system’s 10 campusesWith 8,500 undergraduate and graduate students (https://www.ucmerced.edu/fast-facts), uc merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of california, the nation, and abroadThe campus has special connections to nearby yosemite national park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of central californiaThe merced 2020 project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).
Uc merced is a smoke & tobacco free campus (https://smokefree.ucmerced.edu/).
Job location
Merced, ca
