Research Associate, Non-Tenure Track

University of Maryland • Baltimore, MD

5d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy is seeking a Research Associate, Non-Tenure Track for the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position located in Baltimore, Maryland. The role involves engaging in NIH-funded laboratory research, conducting independent and collaborative research projects, and supervising graduate students. The position is based at the Baltimore Campus, which is part of a larger academic health center with multiple professional schools, fostering interprofessional collaboration.

Requirements

• PhD in Condensed Matter Physics or a related field with a minimum of seven years post-doctoral training and expertise as a full-stack engineer is required.
• Skills in computer programming including Fortran, C++, Python and Shell scripts.
• Expertise in the development of Graphical Processing Units including use of CUDA, OpenCL, HIP and GP parallelization.
• Knowledge and research experience with advanced molecular dynamics simulation techniques, quantum mechanical calculations and the site identification of ligand competitive saturation (SILCS) methodology are required.
• Knowledge in Monte-Carlo methods, including in the Grand Canonical ensemble and machine learning is required.
• A solid record of publication in peer-reviewed journals is expected.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are a must.
• Skilled in software development including GUIs.
• Skilled in designing and conducting studies based on molecular dynamics simulations and quantum mechanical calculations.
• Skilled in SILCS and computer-aided drug design.
• Ability to network with and provide information to relevant groups and individuals.
• Ability to work in collegial fashion with members in the lab.
• Provide guidance and consultation to resolve issues.
• Ability to independently perform research in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to lead several research activities in parallel.
• Skilled in data analysis using Python programs and machine learning tools.
• Ability to diagnose software installation issues.
• Ability to design research studies and prepare technical reports and manuscripts.
• Meticulous attention to details.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Teamwork and Interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent project research studies in collaboration with the PI.
• Maintain laboratory records including well-organized electronic data files.
• Present results to the PI and contribute to discussions and direction of studies in the lab.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various computer software applications.
• Prepare manuscripts, reports, reviews, and summaries.
• Assist in writing, editing, providing feedback for grant proposals, funding applications.
• Present research findings at national meetings.
• Provide oversight into the day-to-day operations in the lab to keep the lab functioning optimally.
• Orient new students to the lab.
• Develop policies, procedures, and/or methods for laboratory experimentation, and for ordering supplies.
• Identify and address issues and deficiencies and implement effective solutions.
• Coordinate with the system administrator to ensure continued operation and optimal usage of the lab computer equipment including high performance computing clusters.
• Troubleshoot problems with computer programs or other issues that may arise.
• Train and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
• Perform other duties assigned.
• Participate in service contributions to the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science programs through serving on appropriate committees.
• Participation in appropriate faculty activities (e.g., faculty assembly, department meetings, and faculty committees), professional organizations, and other endeavors is expected.

Benefits

• Retirement program
• Over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year
• Paid holidays
• Personal leave
• Unlimited accrual of sick time
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Professional learning and development programs
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependents at participating University System of Maryland schools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree