University at Buffalo
Postdoc Position

Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

Deadline
Apr 14, 2027
Closing in 177 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 16, 2026
Offered salary$57,000

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Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering
Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate
Department Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Posting Number R260133
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64055
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.89
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join the Monje Group in computational research within the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of physics, biology, and computation. The successful candidate will engage in theoretical and computational research aimed at understanding the role of lipids in biomolecular mechanisms and material properties.

Working within a multidisciplinary environment, the postdoctoral researcher will develop and apply advanced simulation techniques, and data-driven approaches to explore complex biophysical phenomena at the cell membrane. This role provides a platform for scientific growth, collaboration with experimental and computational researchers, and contribution to high-impact discoveries in structural biology, lipid-protein dynamics, lipid membrane biophysics, and related areas.

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Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Biophysics, or a related discipline with experience in biomolecular simulation techniques, and programming/scripting (Bash,Python)
Preferred Qualifications
  • The candidate should have demonstrated experience in molecular modelling, particularly in the areas of biophysics or material design (all atom / coarse- grained approaches)
  • Experience with enhanced sampling techniques; computational biophysics/chemistry
  • Usage of high-performance computing clusters, preferably GPU-based computing
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and hypothesis testing
  • Strong publication record
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Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $57,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 37.5 hours per week
Campus North Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
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Contact Information
Contact's Name Viviana Monje
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Professor
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-9301
Posting Dates
Posted 08/28/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 10/01/2026
References
Number of references required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
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