Research Associate

Research Associate

Location

JSU Main Campus, MS

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400417

College/Division

Chemistry, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences

Opening Date

10/09/2026

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Description

A postdoctoral research position is open on the vibrant research team within the Mississippi Nano-bio lmmunoEngineering Consortium (NIEC) at Jackson State University. We are excited to announce an immediate opening for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher. This position focuses on computational chemistry, bio-nano interface modeling, and High-Performance Computing (HPC) management.

Examples of Duties

As a Postdoctoral Researcher in our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to; perform state-of-the-art molecular dynamics and quantum mechanical calculations to investigate nano-bin and irnmunoengineering interfaces. Develop, test, and maintain custom Python packages and scientific code for workflow automation and computational analysis. Administrate local HPC infrastructure, including system configuration, user support, queue management, and software deployment. Integrate machine learning and data science techniques with physical simulations to accelerate bio-nano material discovery. Collaborate with experimental researchers across the NIEC framework to validate theoretical models and inform experimental designs. Work closely with graduate students, fostering a collaborative research environment. Contribute to the publication of scientific manuscripts and share your findings through presentations at national and international conferences. Interested candidates are invited to submit the following application materials to Dr. Karina Kapusta (icarina.kapus-ta@jsurns.edu): a CV detailing your educational and research background, a cover letter highlighting your qualifications, research interests, and contact information for at least three referees.

Typical Qualifications

We are seeking a talented individual with the following qualifications:

Ph.D. in Computational Chemistry or Theoretical Chemistry. Strong expertise in molecular dynamics (MD) simulations and quantum mechanics (QM / DFT) calculations. Proficiency in Python code development, computational workflow automation, and scientific software integration. Hands-on experience in High-Performance Computing (HPC) administration, cluster management, and workflow optimization. Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary experimental and theoretical teams.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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Can you, if hired, provide proof of education?

• Yes
• No

02

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Specialist degree
• Ph.D
• G.E.D.
• Juris Doctorate

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

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• No

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Employer Jackson State University (MS)

Address 1400 John R. Lynch Street

P.O. Box 17028

Jackson, Mississippi, 39217

Phone (601) 979-2015

Website https://www.jsums.edu/humanresources/