Postdoctoral Scientist
Salary £39,375 per annum
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK
We are looking for a postdoctoral scientist to join the group of Joe Greener to improve the simulation of biomolecules by developing a universal biomolecular force field. The computational position will involve using recent advances such as continuous atom typing and graph neural networks to train the next generation of molecular mechanics force fields. One focus will be on exploring available functional forms and replacing those traditionally used, leading to improved accuracy whilst retaining speed.
You will become an early member of a friendly, multi-disciplinary team. The project will involve significant coding using the Julia package Molly.jl on both CPU and GPU, as well as addressing relevant computational and algorithmic questions. You will become an expert in molecular dynamics methods and relevant machine learning techniques. You have a PhD in a relevant subject, or are due to complete within 6 months, and have experience in coding. Previous experience with computational chemistry, physical simulation or machine learning will be an advantage.
For informal enquiries please contact Joe Greener: jgreener@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk
Group web page: https://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/group-leaders/a-to-g/joe-greener
This is a three-year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high-quality research.
The LMB has a collaborative working culture and state-of-the-art building based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on-site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. We have a staff restaurant with roof terrace, on-site nursery, sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 16%, holiday entitlement of 40.5 days (including bank holidays and privilege days) and a generous employee discount scheme. We are also committed to providing training and development opportunities including support towards role-related qualifications.
The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is nine research councils, working together across all disciplines and sectors. More information can be found at www.ukri.org and www.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.
If you are unable to apply online please contact us at recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.
Closing date: 01/12/2024
Final appointments will be subject to a pre-employment screening.
We actively support equality, diversity and inclusion in all our activities, processes and culture. We encourage applications from all sections of society. The LMB particularly welcomes women, minority ethnic and disabled candidates to apply for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role. You are very welcome to contact us for information about the application process and any adjustments you may require; recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.