Researcher in computational biophysics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

Membrane proteins enable the communication between biological cells and their environment. They are also a privileged class of drug targets since they are directly accessible to modulators (drugs) from the extracellular environment. The researcher will lead a project to develop the capabilities of molecular dynamics simulations to make it possible to grasp the interplay between the structure, dynamics, and function of several membrane proteins and to  come up with novel targeted modulation strategies.

The capabilities of classical molecular dynamics simulations can be extended using enhanced sampling methods. The researcher will lead efforts to devise protocols that will adapt enhanced sampling methods to enable conformational sampling of membrane proteins such as G-protein coupled receptors, transporters and ion channels, and to implement such protocols in the molecular dynamics simulation package GROMACS. The researcher will also be in charge of communicating the results in oral and written form, to participate in efforts to secure funding and HPC time on national and European infrastructure, to co-supervise junior researchers in related projects and to teach classes in modeling and biophysics.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm , in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree 
• Research expertise
• Teaching ability
• The ability to inform about research and development work
• Experience of developing and leading activities and staff
• Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality 
• Collaborative abilities
• Independence

Preferred qualifications

• The ability to work towards research results being utilized in practice

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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To apply for the position

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad. Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. Max two pages long.

Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). 

About the employment

The employment is valid until further notice (permanent post) according to agreement.
The employment begins with a six-month probationary period.

Other information

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