We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our team on a project in molecular modelling at Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmacy, IMU University.
Project Overview
The project focuses on structure-based drug discovery and computational modelling of protein-ligand interactions targeting virulence factors of Porphyromonas gingivalis including gingipain R and peptidylarginine deiminase (PPAD). The RA will contribute to building and analysing molecular models to advance our understanding of species-specific antivirulence strategies and aid in the identification of novel phytochemical inhibitors for gingipain R and PPAD.
Position Details
- Position: Research Assistant (RA)
- Start Date: September/October 2025
- Duration: 1 year
- Location: Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, IMU University
- Compensation: RM2000 per month
Key Responsibilities
- Perform molecular modelling and simulations using tools such as Maestro (Schrödinger), Pymol, Molinspiration and pkCSM
- Analyse structural and energetic properties of molecular systems
- Conduct literature reviews related to the project
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting results
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in chemistry, biochemistry, computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field
- Familiarity with molecular modelling tools and basic scripting (Python)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work independently
To Apply
Please send your Curriculum Vitae to [email protected].
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds. If you’re excited about applying computational tools to molecular science, we’d love to hear from you!