Postdoc position
Modeling active site flexibility
Project description (see also http://www.shaman.ibpc.fr/fonflon_postdoc.pdf)
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoc to model the flexibility of enzymatic
active sites. We develop state-of-the-art computer simulation methods to study
the mechanical properties of biomolecules. Using molecular dynamics or coarse
grained approaches to drive these simulations, you will explore the rich potentials of enzyme systems in which mechanical elements are introduced. We also offer the opportunity to be directly involved in the experimental side of the project. The objective is to combine theoretical and experimental approaches to bring our understanding of enzymatic activity to new quantitative levels.
Qualification and experience
A PhD and at least one publication in a peer review journal are required. People
with theoretical or software development background interested in switching to
Biology are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of molecular mechanics, elastic networks, programming skills (in particular Objective-C, Cocoa), VTK or virtual reality is an advantage. Funding is available immediately.
About the host institute
The "Institut de Biologie Physico-Chimique" was created in 1930 by the Foundation Edmond de Rothschild. It is associated with the CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique), a leading international scientific institution offering an exceptional environment to scientists early in their carreer.
Closing date: 30 March 2007
Interested candidates should send a CV and a letter of motivation, including the names of three referees to baaden@ibpc.fr.
When? 2 years starting Nov 2007
Where? Laboratoire de Biochimie Thorique, Paris, France
Salary: 2150 Euro/month
Project Leader: Marc Baaden
Website: http://www.baaden.ibpc.fr
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