Postdoctoral position - Catalysis Science/Physical Biosciences

(https://careers.pnnl.gov/jobs/2751?lang=en-us)

• Posting closing date: 12/22/2021

 As a postdoctoral researcher in the Catalysis Science group, you will join a hardworking, multi-investigator team to explore the mechanistic details of artificial enzymes for energy applications. You will be mentored by Simone Raugei, Marcel Baer and Bojana Ginovska, as you carry out computational research in enzymatic catalysis for energy relevant reactions. The program focuses on studies of enzymatic reactions for the conversion of substrates relevant for energy applications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry/Biology/Biochemistry/Physical Chemistry or related field strongly preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Experience in quantum chemical and/or classical MD methodologies
  • Experience with some of the common computational chemistry programs (NWChem, Gaussian, CP2K, GROMACS, Amber, NAMD or others)
  • Knowledge of basic concepts in studying protein systems
  • Knowledge of thermodynamic concepts
  • Work independently, take initiative, and work on team projects
  • Lead manuscript development and maintain a strong publication record in the peer-reviewed scientific literature
  • Interact, communicate, and problem solve with a diverse team of research staff within the Catalysis Science Group and across PNNL
  • Present research at conferences and project review meetings
  • Participate in the development of research proposals
  • Train and mentor others