Postdoctoral in Computational Mass Spectrometry: The Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung (BAM) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) to join our “eScience” team in Berlin-Steglitz. This position focuses on advancing computational methods for non-targeted metabolomics through machine learning and contributes to the development of an innovative algorithm called Fiora.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Mass Spectrometry and Machine Learning
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d)
Research Area
Computational Mass Spectrometry and Machine Learning
Location
Berlin, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in computational chemistry, bioinformatics, computer science, mathematics, physics, data engineering, or a related field.
- Strong programming skills, particularly in Python or similar languages.
- Experience with machine learning techniques, especially graph neural networks.
- Knowledge of software libraries for data science (e.g., PyTorch, Pandas, Scikit-Learn).
- Experience analyzing tandem mass spectra is desirable but not required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Develop and enhance machine learning models for applications in materials science and metabolomics.
- Use GPU optimization to create large-scale spectral simulations.
- Validate the Fiora algorithm against benchmark datasets.
- Supervise junior researchers and communicate results at scientific conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of researchers in a dynamic and innovative environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application via the online application form by January 22, 2025. Alternatively, applications can be sent by post, referencing the job number 295/24-VP.1, to the following address:
Bundesanstalt für Materialforschung und -prüfung
Referat Z.3 – Personal
Unter den Eichen 87
12205 Berlin, Germany
For any specific questions, please contact Dr. Benner at +49 30 8104-3647 or via email at Philipp.Benner@bam.de.
Last Date for Apply
January 22, 2025
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