[3dem] Phenix Postdoc Position - Berkeley, California

[Billy Poon]

Posting on behalf of the Phenix group

Postdoctoral Researcher
Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory
Job ID: 89267
Division: Molecular Biophysics & Integrated Bioimaging (Computational
Crystallography Initiative)
Date Opened: 12/23/2019

Summary:  Berkeley Lab’s Molecular Biophysics and Integrated Bioimaging
Division has an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher. In this role you
will develop new computational methods for the structure determination and
refinement of protein structures using the PHENIX software system. Primary
duties and responsibilities will include development and implementation of
numerical methods and new computational protocols, including the
application of machine learning methods. The Phenix software is used
worldwide for the determination of atomic structures using X-ray and
neutron crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy. The software is
developed as part of an international collaboration supported by the
National Institutes of Health and the Phenix Industrial Consortium.

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https://lbl.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=89267

Duties:

• Development and implementation of computational algorithms for structure
determination using crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy including:
improved methods for the optimization of models and automated detection of
model heterogeneity.
• Application of machine learning methods to problems in crystallography
and cryo-electron microscopy.
• Develop and test new components of the PHENIX software system in
collaboration with others
• Document software developments.
• Collaborate with other researchers in the PHENIX program.
• Interact with P.I.s, other postdocs, scientists and external
collaborators involved in the PHENIX project.
• Publication of research results in scientific journals and presentation
of results at scientific meetings.

Additional Responsibilities as needed:

• Participate in workshop and tutorials to educate researchers in the use
of Phenix
• Actively participate in writing progress reports

What is Required:

• Ph.D. in computational crystallography, computational cryo-electron
microscopy, computational biology, bioinformatics, computational chemistry
or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in developing computational algorithms for
solving problems
• Demonstrated experience with computational methods development
• Publications in macromolecular crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy
or closely related fields
• Familiarity with Python, C++ and other software development tools
• Good programming and mathematical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with macromolecular structure or computational chemistry.
• Experience with the practical aspects of crystallography and/or
cryo-electron microscopy.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 2 year postdoctoral appointment with the possibility
of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability
of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years
paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on
years of experience post-degree.
• Full-time, M-F, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining
purposes.
• Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will
be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities
and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not
automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1
Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

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Billy K. Poon
Research Scientist, Molecular Biophysics and Integrated Bioimaging
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
1 Cyclotron Road, M/S 33R0345
Berkeley, CA 94720
Tel: (510) 486-5709
Fax: (510) 486-5909
Web: https://phenix-online.org
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