5 year postdoctoral position in biomolecular simulations of membranes and membrane proteins at SDU in Odense

Syddansk Universitet

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5 year postdoctoral position in biomolecular simulations of membranes and membrane proteins at SDU in Odense

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Syddansk Universitet

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Job Category: VIPJob Description:A 2.5 year postdoctoral position in biomolecular simulations of membranes and membrane proteins is available at PhyLife: Physical Life Science Center ( ) at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), Odense in the group of Associate Professor Himanshu Khandelia ( ). The incoming candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment together with theorists and experimental scientists.The project revolves around (1) implementing molecular simulations and developing new techniques for simulations of transmembrane proteins, particularly those involved in ion transport and (2) using machine learning methods to design protein binders. The incoming postdoc will have the opportunity to mould the project to a significant degree.The candidate should have a good knowledge of statistical mechanics, good English communication skills and experience with all-atom or coarse-grained molecular simulations. The candidate should be comfortable with programming and the Linux programming environment. Candidates with background in Physics, Physical Chemistry and Engineering are desirable. Candidates with only prior experience in empirical methods like docking or structural bioinformatics are not encouraged to apply. The successful candidate(s) will have access to state-of-the-art supercomputing resources in Denmark and Europe.Contact:
Application deadline: 31 August 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish timeis one of four departments at the Faculty of Science, SDU and is located in Odense. The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy is a department focused on basic research. We are happy to move beyond traditional disciplines and work to develop new technologies and sciences across physics, chemistry, pharmacy, mathematics, computer science and biology. The Department’s research thus contributes to new knowledge and solutions with applications in the areas of climate, environment, energy and health.The department handles research in chemistry, physics and pharmacy along with several interdisciplinary areas, and also houses several major research centres. The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy is responsible for the educations in chemistry, medicinal chemistry and physics, as well as the bachelor’s education in pharmacy.Application, salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on (only available in Danish) and .The application must include the following:

  • A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment
  • A full list of publications stating the scientific publications on which the applicant wishes to rely
  • Copy of PhD diploma, if Phd diploma has not yet been received, please include statement from your supervisor

Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.To qualify you must have passed a PhD or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.Applications must be submitted electronically using the link “Apply now”. Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read before you apply.for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.

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Odense, Syddanmark

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Fri, 04 Jul 2025 22:48:38 GMT

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