Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow
PVN ID: CC-2411-006573
Category: Postdoctoral
Location: The CITY COLLEGE of NEW YORK

Job Description

General Description

One Postdoctoral position is available at the group of Dr. Themis Lazaridis at City College of the City University of New York (CUNY) to conduct research in theoretical and computational biophysics. Specific projects include developing methods for incorporating proton mobility in classical molecular dynamics simulations and investigating the mechanisms of biological membrane remodeling by proteins. This is a one-year position, with an anticipated start date of February 2025. Extension is dependent on funding availability. The candidate should be highly motivated and able to work well independently.

Other Duties

  • Conduct research in theoretical and computational biophysics.
  • Publish high-quality research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Help in the preparation of grant proposals.
  • Help in the mentoring of new graduate students.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Physics, or related field, experience in theoretical and computational research, and a good publication record. Knowledge of Biology is desirable but not essential. Programming skills are highly desirable. The ideal candidate would be highly motivated and self-reliant, with good oral and written communication skills and excellent analytical abilities. 

To apply, please submit the three documents listed below.

  1. Current CV.
  2. A brief statement of research experience, interests, and career goals.
  3. The names and contact information of three references.

The deadline for applications is December 31st, 2024.

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

About the Research Foundation

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).

RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Key Features

Department
Status
Full Time
Annual Salary Range
$52,000.00 - $56,000.00
Closing Date
Jan 15, 2025 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit
No

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