Post Doc Res Assoc - Org Chem

Post Doc Res Assoc - Org Chem

Job Summary

The post-doctoral fellow is responsible in the synthesis of several small and large drug-like molecules, purification of bioactive molecules and structural analysis as well as screening of compounds in wild type and mutant mammalian systems (in vitro and in vivo) to assess their potential effect in rare human disease conditions.  The postdoctoral researcher is expected to be familiarized with standard organic synthesis procedures, NMR, mass spectrometry, silica gel flash column chromatography and HPLC.  In addition to research activities, following are required: Documenting protocols, keeping lab notebook records upto date, summarizing results in written format weekly and monthly presentation in support of the research activities.

Responsibilities
Subject knowledge and oral/written communication skills to discuss and document research progress. Ability to work independently, accurately and to problem solves technical and methodological issues that arise during the course of the research. Ability to apply sound research techniques, methodology and logical critical analysis. Strong organization and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications


Preferences
Recent PhD in synthetic chemistry / nucleotide chemistry
Minimum of 3 first-author publications

Special Instructions


Requisition Number: PRN39708B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 00279 - Medicinal Chemistry
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $61,008 - $74,088
Close Date:
Open Until Filled:

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