Applications are invited for the appointment of two researchers as Postdoctoral Associates under the supervision of Dr. Tamar Schlick’s group. The research will focus on biomolecular dynamics simulations, involving protein and nucleic acid structure and function, including genome structure and function, RNA design, and DNA polymerase mechanisms.  

The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D and will have research experience in chemistry, biophysics, biomedical engineering, or related fields and possess excellent computer and programming skills and molecular simulation experience.   A solid background in simulation algorithms and experience in advanced scientific computing are highly desired, as is a solid background in chemistry or biophysics.  The applicant should be able to work will with a team, including experimentalists, and have excellent writing and communication skills.  The terms of employment which would be a year, with a possibility of renewal, include a competitive salary and other benefits. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled.

In compliance with NYC?s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $62,500/yr - $65,000/yr based on experience. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the specific grant funding and the terms of the research grant when extending an offer.

To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter summarizing research experience and specifying the interests in this position; a curriculum vitae (including a full list of publications); a statement of research interests; and two letters of reference.

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