PhD Students in Computer-Aided Drug Design: The University of Mainz (Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz) is offering a fully-funded PhD position in the field of Computer-Aided Drug Design. This opportunity is open within the Molecular Simulations and AI-driven Molecular Design research team at the Institute of Physical Chemistry, in collaboration with the University Medical Center Mainz. The focus of the research will be on developing novel small molecules to modulate neuroinflammatory processes, aiming to find new neuroprotective drugs through virtual screening and molecular simulation.
Open Position for PhD Students in Computer-Aided Drug Design
Summary Table:
- University: Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU)
- Department: Institute of Physical Chemistry
- Collaboration: University Medical Center Mainz, Focus Program Translational Neurosciences (FTN)
- Stipend: €2,030 per month
- Duration: 3 years, with a possibility of extension
- Application Deadline: 30th September, 2024
- Contact Email: opalomin@uni-mainz.de
Study Area:
The PhD position focuses on Computer-Aided Drug Design with an emphasis on neuroinflammatory processes. The role includes developing novel small molecules for neuroprotection using virtual screening, molecular simulation, and AI-driven generative modeling.
Scholarship Description:
The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic environment at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, one of Germany’s largest universities. The research will be conducted under the joint supervision of Dr. Oscar Palomino (JGU Mainz), Dr. Christina Francisca Vogelaar, and Prof. Dr. Frauke Zipp (UMC Mainz). The primary objective is to develop new chemical entities that modulate neuroinflammatory processes, with the ultimate goal of discovering new neuroprotective drugs. The position offers a FTN-PhD Stipendium of €2,030 per month, a job ticket for the Rhine-Main area, and access to extensive HR development resources.
Eligibility:
Candidates must hold an M.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences, Physics, or a related field. Eligibility criteria also include a preference for candidates with computational experience, as well as basic knowledge in areas such as:
- Drug discovery and structure-based design
- Simulations of biomolecules through molecular dynamics or Monte Carlo techniques
- Machine learning/generative modeling in chemistry
English language proficiency at a B2 level (CEFR) is required; German is beneficial but not mandatory. The university encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and is particularly keen to increase the number of women in research and teaching.
Required Documents:
Applicants should prepare the following Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae in tabular form
- Grade certificates, including coursework
- A one-page motivation letter detailing:
- Why you are interested in this position
- Why your previous experience makes you a suitable candidate
- Your plans after completing your doctoral work
How to Apply:
To apply, send the Required Documents with the application ID “PhDSep2024” in the email subject to palomino.applications@uni-mainz.de.
Last Date: The Last Date for submission is 30th September, 2024. For further inquiries, contact Dr. Oscar Palomino at opalomin@uni-mainz.de.
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in the field of drug design and molecular simulations at a prestigious German university. Don’t miss the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research in neuroinflammatory drug discovery!
