Postdoc Position in Development of Approximate Free

3 settimane fa


Genova, Italia Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia A tempo pieno

**Postdoc position in Development of Approximate Free Energy and Scoring Methods for Protein Ligand Binding**
- (2400004M)
- Project: Approximate free energy and scoring methods for protein ligand binding_
- Commitment & contract: collaboration contract, up to 3-years_
- Location: Center for Human Technologies, Via Melen, 83, Genoa_

**WHO WE ARE**

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

**YOUR TEAM**

You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where computer scientists with different backgrounds collaborate, each with their own expertise, to pursue a common target. The activity will be carried out at the “Data Science and Computation Facility” which is coordinated by Dr. Sergio Decherchi, within the recently established IIT-Dompè joint laboratory, which also involves the “Atomistic Simulation” (Prof. Michele Parrinello) and “Pattern Analysis and Computer Vision” (Dr. Alessio Del Bue) Research Lines.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

- Developing state of the art scoring methods for protein ligand binding
- Developing fast and approximate free energy methods for protein ligand binding
- Using and modifying molecular dynamics engines to support the developed methods/protocols
- Developing hybrid physics-based machine learning methods for drug discovery

**WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE**
- PhD in Machine Learning, or in Physics
- Documented experience in computational chemistry/physics or machine learning
- Documented development experience in modifying MD engines
- Documented development experience in major deep learning frameworks (e.g. pytorch)
- The ability to properly report, organize and present data
- Fulfill deadlines, being goal oriented and accountable
- Good command in spoken and written English

**EXTRA AWESOME**
- Joint experience in deep learning and computational physics/chemistry for drug discovery including experience in enhanced sampling methods, implicit and explicit solvent simulations
- Good communication skills
- High motivation to learn
- Spirit of innovation and creativity, willing to create tangible value out of theoretical tools
- Ability to work in a challenging and international environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment

**COMPENSATION & BENEFITS**
- Competitive salary package for international standards
- Private health care coverage
- Wide range of staff discounts

**WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?**
- An equal, inclusive and multicultural environment ready to welcome you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us
- We like contamination and encourage you to mingle and discover what other people are up to in our labs
- If paperwork is not your piece of cake, we got you There’s a specialized team working to help you with that, especially during your relocation
- If you are a startupper or a business-minded person, you will find some exceptionally gifted professionals ready to nurture and guide your attitude and aspirations.
- If you want your work to have a real impact, in IIT you will find an innovative and stimulating culture that drives our mission to contribute to the improvement and well-being of society
- We stick to our values Integrity, courage, societal responsibility and inclusivity are the values we believe in They define us and our actions in our everyday life. They guide us to accomplish IIT mission

If you feel this tickles your appetite for change, do not hesitate and apply

**Application’s deadline: 15/07/2024**

Please note that this position is pending budget approval.
- We inform you that the information you provide will be used solely for the purposes of evaluating and selecting professional profiles in order to meet the requirements of Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia._
- Your data will be processed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, based in Genoa, Via Morego 30, acting as Data Controller, in compliance with the rules on protection of personal data, including those related to data security._

**Primary Location** GENOVA ERZELLI

**Job** Postdoc

**Organization** Data Science & Computation Facility

**Job Posting** Jun 7, 2024, 7:10:24 AM



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