Careers @ MSU

Position Summary

The Postdoctoral scholar will join the Dickson laboratory at Michigan State University, working on research problems in computational biophysics.  These could include the development of new approaches for physics-based simulation of molecular motions or their application to biomolecular systems of interest and/or the development or application of computational methods related to drug discovery (e.g. generative models, PK models, lead optimization).

Description of work/duties:

• Working in a team-based environment to solve scientific problems
• Active collaboration with experimental research groups
• Communication of results in scientific manuscripts and conferences
• Seeking external funding and building an independent research program

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Chemistry or related field

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field
• Experience performing computational research on biomolecular systems
• Computer programming skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing computational tools for biomolecular systems
• Experience training machine learning models
• Experience working in a collaborative environment on molecular design projects
• Skills with python, PyTorch and OpenMM programs

Required Application Materials

• Cover letter
• CV
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references

Special Instructions

Include link to GitHub profile in your CV, or an equivalent resource that showcases your accomplishments in developing code.

Review of Applications Begins On

09/28/2026

Website

https://www.egr.msu.edu/~alexrd/

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.