Assistant Project Scientist in the Chemistry department (Shea Lab)

The laboratory of Dr. Joan-Emma Shea in the Chemistry department at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time Assistant Project Scientist. The position involves a computational investigation of peptide and peptoid assembly, with a focus on aggregation, liquid-liquid phase separation, and hydrogel formation. Responsibilities include designing and performing molecular dynamics simulations (atomistic and coarse-grained), interacting with experimental groups, and supervising undergraduate students. The appointee will be expected to make significant conceptual contributions to the project.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.

Lab: https://labs.chem.ucsb.edu/shea/joan-emma/index.html

Lab: https://labs.chem.ucsb.edu/shea/joan-emma/index.html

A doctorate degree in chemistry, physics, or related field is required.

A minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral experience.

A very solid research and publication record. The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• Atomistic simulations of peptoids and intrinsically disordered proteins
• Coarse-grained simulations of the aggregation of intrinsically disordered proteins
• Simulations of hydrogels
• Characterization of mechanical properties of hydrogels
• Experience developing force fields for peptoids
• Working with experimental groups

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3 references. References for the finalists may be contacted if necessary, at the committee's discretion, before extending an offer.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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