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[Compbio-allhands] annual meeting of the Association of Molecular Modellers of Australasia, MM2019
by Andrej Sali 30 Sep '19

30 Sep '19

fyi -- Dear colleagues, The early-bird registration has been extended until 15th October for the annual meeting of the Association of Molecular Modellers of Australasia, MM2019. To avoid disappointment, please do register and submit your abstract as soon as possible! MM2019 will be held during December 5th-8th 2019 on the beautiful resort island of Bintan (Indonesia), around an hour’s ferry ride from Singapore (or a short drive from Tanjung Pinang Airport in Jakarta). This is the premier conference in the field of biomolecular and materials modelling and simulations in Australia, New Zealand, and South-East Asia, and aims to bring together an international audience, including from the UK, Europe, and USA, at all stages of their careers. It should prove to be a unique conference both in terms of its location and wide range of topics covered, including emerging areas such as AI in drug design, quantum computing, the interface between simulation and experiment, and education. There will be many opportunities for oral and poster presentations, with contributions from students and early-career researchers particularly welcome. For more information, please see here: https://mm2019.bii.a-star.edu.sg <https://mm2019.bii.a-star.edu.sg/> Best wishes, Peter Bond and Chandra Verma (mm2019(a)bii.a-star.edu.sg <mailto:mm2019@bii.a-star.edu.sg>) -- Andrej Sali, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences Associate Dean for Research, School of Pharmacy Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry California Institute for Quantitative Biosciences University of California, San Francisco UCSF MC 2552 Byers Hall Room 503B 1700 4th Street San Francisco, CA 94143, USA Tel +1 (415) 514-4227; Fax +1 (415) 514-4231 Administrative Assistant: Steve Ha, assistant(a)salilab.org, Tel +1 (415) 514-4228, 502-8084 Email sali(a)salilab.org; Web http://salilab.org

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[Compbio-allhands] FW: Florence Nightingale Bicentennial Research Fellowship
by van den Bedem, Henry 28 Sep '19

28 Sep '19

From: Charlotte Deane <deane(a)stats.ox.ac.uk> Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 7:50 AM To: Henry van den Bedem <vdbedem(a)stanford.edu> Subject: Florence Nightingale Bicentennial Research Fellowship Dear Henry, I am emailing to ask if you would help me advertise a new Research Fellow position in my group. Below is the advertising blurb Florence Nightingale Bicentenary Research Fellow and Tutor in Bioinformatics The Florence Nightingale Bicentennial Fellowship and Tutor in Bioinformatics is a new fellowship at Oxford and we are recruiting to it with effect from January 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to establish and sustain your own independent research programme of the highest academic standards within the Oxford Protein Informatics Group. You will join a dynamic and collaborative group and department, where our research is world-leading. We need you to hold a relevant PhD/DPhil with post-qualification research experience and have a strong publication record. You must be able to demonstrate the ability to plan and manage research projects independently. You will be an effective teacher of a range of topics and will bring the excellent interpersonal skills necessary for undertaking teaching and pastoral duties. Queries about this post should be addressed to Professor Charlotte Deane: deane(a)stats.ox.ac.uk or Professor Garret Morris: garrett.morris(a)stats.ox.ac.uk. This post is fixed-term for 3 years, in the first instance. Only applications received before 12.00 midday on 7 November 2019 will be considered. Interviews will be held on 22 November 2019. More details can be found here https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.display_form Please share with anyone who may be interested. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Best wishes Charlotte Professor Charlotte Deane ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Professor of Structural Bioinformatics Department of Statistics University of Oxford, 24-29 St Giles', Oxford, OX1 3LB Head of the Oxford Protein Informatics group Website: http://opig.stats.ox.ac.uk/ PA: hodpa(a)stats.ox.ac.uk<mailto:hodpa@stats.ox.ac.uk> | 01865 281252 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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[Compbio-allhands] 10/3/19 Seminar with Francois Diederich
by Flowers, Nicole 24 Sep '19

24 Sep '19

BBC Graduate Programs Seminar Series Bioinformatics Biophysics Chemistry & Chemical Biology Complex Biological Systems Thursday, 4 PM **SPECIAL TIME** Genentech Hall N114 Livestream: http://tiny.ucsf.edu/1L7qxA Francois Diederich ETH Zurich Novartis Lecture: Molecular Recognition in Chemical and Biological Systems: Chemical Models and Biostructural Investigations October 3, 2019 B. DeGrado, Host BBC Seminars are supported by the Biophysics, Bioinformatics, and Chemistry & Chemical Biology IFM, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, QBC, HARC Center, and the Center for Systems and Synthetic Biology, and the Gladstone Center for Cell Circuitry. Nicole Takesono Flowers Biophysics Graduate Program Manager UCSF MC 2240 600 16th St. Genentech Hall Room N474D San Francisco, CA 94143 P: 415.502.6518

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[Compbio-allhands] Fwd: Post-doctoral position at Rice University, USA - please distribute
by Andrej Sali 24 Sep '19

24 Sep '19

> Begin forwarded message: > > From: Lydia Kavraki <kavraki(a)rice.edu> > Subject: Post-doctoral position at Rice University, USA - please distribute > Date: September 23, 2019 at 10:01:20 PM PDT > To: Lydia Kavraki <kavraki(a)cs.rice.edu> > Reply-To: Lydia Kavraki <kavraki(a)rice.edu> > > Dear Colleagues, > > I would be greateful if you could distribute the announcement below to your groups and institutions. > > With best wishes, > > Lydia Kavraki > > > Lydia E. Kavraki, Ph.D. > > Noah Harding Professor of Computer Science > Professor of Bioengineering > http://www.cs.rice.edu/~kavraki <http://www.cs.rice.edu/~kavraki> > http://www.kavrakilab.org <http://www.kavrakilab.org/> > > Director, Ken Kennedy Institute <https://k2i.rice.edu/> > Rice University > > > =================================== > > Rice University > > Postdoctoral Position in Bioinformatics and Computational Immunology > > The Kavraki Lab at Rice University (http://www.kavrakilab.org <http://www.kavrakilab.org/>) is seeking candidates to fill one postdoctoral position. The topic of the research relates to the development of computational methods to support novel cancer therapies and, in particular, personalized cancer immunotherapies. > > Developing effective cancer treatments remains one of the most important challenges for healthcare, and T-cell based immunotherapy has provided some very positive recent advances in cancer treatment. Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) can circulate through the body and are capable of identifying and eliminating tumorigenic cells. The recognition of tumor depends on the specific interaction between the T-cell receptor of CTLs, and class I Human Leucocyte Antigen (HLA) receptors. HLA receptors bind peptides derived from intracellular proteins, and display them at the cell surface. These peptide-HLA complexes are present at the surface of virtually all nucleated cells, constituting an efficient surveillance mechanism by which the immune system can recognize aberrant changes within cells of the body. Although CTL surveillance likely evolved to eliminate virally-infected cells, this system now provides very promising opportunities for cancer treatment and specifically the development of immune-based therapies. The understanding of peptide-HLA interactions at scale presents a formidable problem and computational analysis has a huge role to play. The overall goal of our research is to develop novel algorithmic methodologies for the modeling and analysis of peptide-HLAs, and its recognition by CTLs, implementing these methodologies in toolkits that can be used by immunologists. Most of our research deals with structural methods but we do complement our analyses with sequence methods. > > The individual recruited to fill this position will be working closely with collaborators at the MD Anderson Cancer Center and other researchers at the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world. > > BACKGROUND: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Informatics, or a related field. Prior knowledge of immunology is not required, but it is desirable. Familiarity with bioinformatics databases and tools is also desirable. Applicants with Ph.D.s in the Biological Sciences will be considered if they have expertise in immunology and good computational skills. They must be willing to train in computer science. This position is particularly suited for candidates who want to follow a career in academia; the position can include formal training for obtaining and succeeding in an academic position, if the candidate desires so. > > DURATION: Postdoctoral fellows are eligible for up to two years of support. All re-appointments are dependent upon a satisfactory progress review and continued funding. > > ABOUT RICE UNIVERSITY: As a leading research university with a distinctive commitment to undergraduate education, Rice University (http://www.rice.edu <http://www.rice.edu/>) aspires to path breaking research, unsurpassed teaching, and contributions to the betterment of our world. It seeks to fulfill this mission by cultivating a diverse community of learning and discovery that produces leaders across the spectrum of human endeavor. Rice University, an equal opportunity employer and a Tier 1 Research University, is located in the vibrant urban setting of Houston, TX, the fourth largest city in the U.S. Rice is ranked No. 15 by Forbes, among the top research universities, and No. 16 on their list of 50 Best U.S. colleges for international students. > > ABOUT THE LAB: The Kavraki Lab (http://www.kavrakilab.org <http://www.kavrakilab.org/>) develops computational methods and tools to model protein structure and function, understand biomolecular interactions, aid the process of medicinal drug discovery, analyze the molecular machinery of the cell, and help integrate biological and biomedical data for improving human health. We employ computational techniques that range from robotics-inspired algorithms to machine learning and data science, and we work closely with researchers at the Texas Medical Center. The Lab provides a stimulating working environment and has excellent record placing postdocs in faculty positions. The Computer Science Department at Rice University is part of the Gulf Coast Consortia for Quantitative Biomedical Sciences (http://www.gulfcoastconsortia.org <http://www.gulfcoastconsortia.org/>), and offers an unparalleled training environment. > > Interested applicants should contact Professor Lydia Kavraki (kavraki(a)rice.edu <mailto:kavraki@rice.edu>) and provide a CV and a one paragraph statement about their interest in the advertised position. Please include the names of at least three references in the CV. > > The position is available immediately. > > > >

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[Compbio-allhands] Fwd: FW: Western New England Open Positions
by Tom Ferrin 18 Sep '19

18 Sep '19

-------- Forwarded Message -------- Subject: FW: Western New England Open Positions Date: Wed, 18 Sep 2019 16:44:59 +0000 From: Heather DeMar <heather.demar(a)wne.edu> To: tef(a)cgl.ucsf.edu <tef(a)cgl.ucsf.edu> Dear Dr. Ferrin, We were hoping that you could pass along to your post-doctoral fellows and PhD students about to graduate that the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Western New England University has the following openings; Medicinal Chemistry faculty position and a Pharmacology faculty position. The position advertisement is attached but can also be found online at: https://wne.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=233&site=1 (Medicinal Chemistry) https://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=177096343&Title=Ass… (Pharmacology) Thank you very much for your help! Sincerely, Dan Daniel R. Kennedy Ph.D. Chair & Associate Professor Department of Pharmaceutical & Administrative Sciences Room 317 - Center for Sciences and Pharmacy College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Western New England University 1215 Wilbraham Rd. Springfield, MA 01119-2684 (413)-796-2413

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[Compbio-allhands] Fwd: Rockefeller University Faculty Open Search
by Andrej Sali 09 Sep '19

09 Sep '19

> Begin forwarded message: > > From: Sean Brady <sbrady(a)mail.rockefeller.edu> > Subject: Rockefeller University Faculty Open Search > Date: September 9, 2019 at 10:03:31 AM PDT > To: Undisclosed recipients:; > > Dear Colleague, > > Under the leadership of our President, Richard P. Lifton, The Rockefeller University continues its effort to recruit outstanding new Heads of Laboratory. The right candidate will have a creative and rigorous research program and will be highly interactive with our small but exceptional research community. In return, The Rockefeller University is committed to fostering outstanding scientists through a superb research environment and resources to promote innovative research. > > We are writing to seek your help in identifying highly motivated, creative and innovative scientists working in any of the following major areas of research: > > - Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemical Biology, and Structural Biology > - Cancer Biology > - Cell Biology > - Genetics and Genomics > - Neurosciences and Behavior > - Immunology, Virology, and Microbiology > - Organismal Biology and Evolution > - Mechanisms of Human Disease > - Physical, Mathematical, and Computational Biology > - Stem Cells, Development, Regeneration, and Aging > > The Search Committee would greatly appreciate your assistance in encouraging exceptional candidates to apply. We seek tenure-track faculty candidates possessing either a Ph.D. degree, M.D. degree, or both. We also welcome applicants from tenured scientists at an early stage of their career. Applications are being accepted electronically through our Online Application System at http://oas.rockefeller.edu. <http://oas.rockefeller.edu/> Our application deadline is October 1, 2019. > > We would also be grateful for your suggestions of specific candidates we should consider. We are especially interested in the names of any women or minority candidates. Please forward any recommendations you may have > to facultysearch(a)rockefeller.edu. <mailto:facultysearch@rockefeller.edu> > > Further information regarding our current search can be found in the attached advertisements and athttp://www.rockefeller.edu/facultysearch. <http://www.rockefeller.edu/facultysearch> > > We very much appreciate your help with this important effort. > > Best regards, > > Sean F. Brady > Chair, 2019-2020 Faculty Open Search Committee > Professor, Laboratory of Genetically Encoded Small Molecules > The Rockefeller University >

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[Compbio-allhands] Fwd: EMBL Cell Biology & Biophysics Group Leader recruitment 2019
by Andrej Sali 03 Sep '19

03 Sep '19

> Begin forwarded message: > > From: Jan Ellenberg <jan.ellenberg(a)embl.de> > Subject: EMBL Cell Biology & Biophysics Group Leader recruitment 2019 > Date: September 3, 2019 at 5:01:42 AM PDT > To: Andrej Sali <sali(a)salilab.org> > > Dear Andrej, > > I would like to draw your attention to the opening for a group leader position in the Cell Biology and Biophysics Unit at EMBL Heidelberg, as recently advertised in Nature and Science. > > We are looking for outstanding junior scientists with a background in biology, physics, chemistry, engineering or mathematics that want to pursue original and interdisciplinary research in cutting edge molecular cell biology and/or technology development in the areas of imaging technology and computational modelling of dynamic cell biological processes. > > Although there is no age range, we generally hire group leaders early in their careers, often after their first postdoc and sometimes immediately after their PhD. We therefore strongly encourage highly promising young and particularly also female candidates to apply. EMBL group leaders are provided with a very generous internal support package and a highly collaborative environment. > > I would very much appreciate if you could bring the attached advertisement to the attention of suitable candidates or let me know if I should contact them personally. > > Thanks so much for help with this recruitment, > > All the best, > Jan > > Jan Ellenberg > Cell Biology and Biophysics Unit > European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) > Meyerhofstr. 1 > D-69117 Heidelberg > Germany > > T +49-6221-387-8391 > jan.ellenberg(a)embl.de <mailto:jan.ellenberg@embl.de> > www <https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.embl.d…>.embl.de/research/units/cbb/ellenberg/index.html <https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.embl.d…> > > > > > > >

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[Compbio-allhands] Fwd: Tenure Track Position in Computational Chemical Biology Available at Vanderbilt
by Brian Shoichet 01 Sep '19

01 Sep '19

FYI ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Bachmann, Brian O <brian.bachmann(a)vanderbilt.edu> Date: Sun, Sep 1, 2019 at 1:03 PM Subject: Tenure Track Position in Computational Chemical Biology Available at Vanderbilt To: shoichet(a)cgl.ucsf.edu <shoichet(a)cgl.ucsf.edu> Dear Brian, My apologies for the multiple emails, here is the attachment. Best, Brian -- Brian Shoichet, Professor, UCSF *http://www.bkslab.org/contact.php <http://www.bkslab.org/contact.php>*

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compbio-allhands September 2019