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Two Postdoctoral Fellow Positions in AI-Driven Computational Biology Full-time
Two Postdoctoral Fellow Positions in AI-Driven Computational Biology
Yang Zhang Lab | Center for AI and Computational Biology, Suzhou Institute of Systems Medicine (ISM), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences & Peking Union Medical College (Tsinghua University School of Medicine), Suzhou, China
The Yang Zhang Lab (https://zhanggroup.org/) invites applications for two postdoctoral fellowships in the fields of artificial intelligence and computational biology, based at the Suzhou Institute of Systems Medicine (ISM) — a premier national hub for interdisciplinary research in systems medicine and AI-powered healthcare. These positions are part of a collaborative program that integrates research activities across Zhang Lab’s teams at both ISM and the National University of Singapore (NUS). Computational infrastructure and project frameworks are fully shared between the two locations.
【About the Lab】
The Yang Zhang Lab specializes in developing novel AI/machine learning algorithms for:
- Protein and RNA 3D structure prediction
- De novo protein and peptide design
- Protein–ligand docking and drug screening
- AI-driven cancer therapeutic development
Our lab is internationally recognized for creating widely adopted tools such as I-TASSER, QUARK, TM-score, and TM-align, supporting tens of thousands of biomedical studies worldwide. Learn more: https://zhanggroup.org
【Position Overview】
We are seeking highly motivated, creative, and independent postdoctoral researchers to join our interdisciplinary team. Applicants with strong interests in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:
- AI and deep learning for biological data
- Protein/RNA folding and structural prediction
- De novo protein or peptide design
- Molecular docking, virtual screening, drug discovery
- Novel algorithms in computational oncology
The focus of these projects is methodological innovation, not merely the application of existing tools. Candidates with a strong passion for designing new algorithms and driving impactful advances in biomedicine will find an ideal environment to grow and contribute.
【Qualifications】
- PhD in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Structural Biology, Biophysics, AI/ML, or related fields
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, C/C++, scientific computing)
- Demonstrated creativity in algorithm or model development
- Proven publication track record (first-author papers in top-tier journals/conferences)
- Experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)
- Background in structural modeling, bioinformatics, or cheminformatics is a plus
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team
【What We Offer】
- Internationally competitive salary and benefits
- Shared access to HPC resources, including NVidia H100 GPU clusters
- Supportive mentorship with opportunities for first-author, high-impact publications
- Collaborative environment across ISM and NUS research programs
- Suzhou’s rich cultural heritage and modern living, ideal for focused research and family life
【Application Instructions】
To apply, please submit a single PDF containing:
- Curriculum Vitae, including full publication list
- 1–2 page research statement outlining prior work and future goals
- Contact details for three professional references
Email your application to Prof. Yang Zhang at [Please click the Apply button for the link or address]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for online interviews.