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Project description
Single molecule X-ray scattering experiments with free electron lasers offer a new route to the structure determination of biomolecules. In addition, they hold the potential to not only determine the molecular structure, but also its dynamics. However, computing the structure from such data poses a highly complex mathematical problem, and new theoretical methods and algorithms are required. The main goal of this particular research project is to develop Bayesian methods to determine molecular structures and dynamics. It also offers the opportunity to work with data from the European XFEL facility at DESY and, depending on the interests of the applicant, many possible connections to other research areas like, for example, molecular dynamics or machine learning.
Project website:
https://www.mpinat.mpg.de/628848/SM-Ultrafast-XRay-DiffractionYour profile
• Strong skills in theoretical and computational physics or probability theory
• Great interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration with experimental groups
Postdocs hold (or expect to complete soon) a degree in physics, mathematics or any related field.
What we offer
• State of the art on-site compute facilities
• Competitive research in an inspiring, world-class environment
• A wide range of offers to help you balance work and family life: on-campus kindergarten places including vacation care, parent-child offices, etc.
• Further training opportunities and free in-house language courses
The group language is English, so no German language skills are required – but it is a great opportunity for you to learn German!
Position details
The Postdoc position is limited to two years with a possibility of extension.
Payment and benefits are based on the German Public Service Payscale (TVöD Bund) guidelines. The starting date is flexible.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and, therefore, encourages applications from such qualified individuals. The Max Planck Society strives for diversity and gender equality and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
Application
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Please submit your application including a cover letter (explaining background and motivation), a CV and transcripts (translated to English or German, if applicable) preferably via e-mail and as a single PDF file to:
[email protected] Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences
Department of Theoretical and Computational Biophysics
Hon.-Prof. Dr. Helmut Grubmüller
Am Faßberg 11
37077 Göttingen
Germany
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