Senior Research Chemist in the Kurnikova Lab
Carnegie Mellon University
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Senior Research Chemist in the Kurnikova Lab

Carnegie Mellon University

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Posted:
March 17, 2021
Location:
Pittsburgh, PA
Salary:
Open

Dr. Maria Kurnikova is searching for a part time Senior Research Chemist to provide theoretical expert interpretation and analysis, and simulate mechanisms of action of metal containing enzyme proteins in collaboration with Y. Guo group. 

To help interpret experimental findings and to quantitatively model enzymatic mechanisms of proteins and their mutants using techniques of quantum mechanics and molecular mechanics. To develop models of proton and electron transfer in these systems. Do develop new compounds in theoretical rational design. This is a part time position will be for approximately 10 hours a week. 

A PhD in theoretical and computational chemistry with specialization in electron transfer in metal-containing proteins is required. A 10+ years experience in independent research in the metalloprotein field. A leadership experience as well as an experience in collaborating in a mixed experimental and theoretical group environment is required,

Proficiency with quantum mechanical and molecular mechanical software at the code-developer level is required.

 Acode-developer level expertise in Gussian, AMBER and Gromacs packages is required.

Please submit your detailed CV that includes 3 contacts for references. You may also include a cover letter which explains your interest in the position

Carnegie Mellon University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Internal Number: 85228
About Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon (www.cmu.edu) is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology and business, to public policy, the humanities and the arts. More than 12,000 students in the university’s seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. A global university, Carnegie Mellon’s main campus in the United States is in Pittsburgh, Pa. It has campuses in California’s Silicon Valley and Qatar, and programs in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and Mexico.
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