Computational Systems Modeling Postdoctoral Researcher
Livermore, CA

Job Description

Science and Technology on a Mission!

For more than 60 years, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has applied science and technology to make the world a safer place.

We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in the areas of computational systems modeling. Your research will focus on the development of a framework for modeling complex systems that takes advantage of the large-scale parallel computation capability. This position is in the Biochemical and Biophysical Systems group in the Biosciences and Biotechnology Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Conduct research in computational systems modeling with a focus on development of new computational methodologies and tools for whole-cell modeling taking advantage of high-performance computing.
* Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment and other national laboratories and industry to accomplish research goals.
* Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings.
* Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Recent PhD in computer science, bioengineering, physics, mathematics or related field.
* Experience with parallel programming, including MPI, and Charm++.
* Experience with the latest C++ Programming language
* Understanding of the concept of optimistic parallel discrete event simulation.
* Proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and present and explain technical information.

Desired Qualifications

* Familiarity with system-level modeling methods: SSA, ODE, and FBA.
* Experience in mathematical modeling of cellular phenomena.
* Understanding of the concepts of systems biology and/or whole cell modeling.
* Experience in mathematical modeling of cellular phenomena.



Pre-Employment Drug Test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Security Clearance: None required.

Note: This is a two-year Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years. Eligible candidates are recent PhDs within five years of the month of the degree award at time of hire date.

About Us

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), located in the San Francisco Bay Area (East Bay), is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) within the Department of Energy (DOE). LLNL's mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory has a current annual budget of about $1.8 billion, employing approximately 6,500 employees.

LLNL is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.