HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 56,008 - 68,455; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans and wellness options

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Amarillo seeks a Post Doctoral Research Associate to perform advanced research in organic synthesis and related areas within a pharmacology context. The position involves planning, conducting, and supervising experiments, analyzing data, and contributing to manuscripts and grant writing.

Responsibilities include designing multi-step syntheses of bioactive compounds, characterizing them with NMR/LC-MS/IR, collaborating with pharmacology and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in the project area.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise research activities.
• Ability to interpret results and communicate effectively.
• Compliance with background checks and institutional policies.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform multi-step organic synthesis of bioactive compounds.
• Purify and characterize compounds using NMR, LC-MS, IR.
• Collaborate with pharmacology and biochemistry teams to interpret data.
• Maintain detailed experimental records and contribute to manuscripts and grants.
• Present research findings at local, regional, national, and international meetings.

Skills

Independent work

Analytical thinking

Scientific writing

Project planning

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Tools

ChemDraw

SciFinder

MOE

Job description

HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc

Performs specialized post‑doctoral work in the planning, conducting, and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of the project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Travel Required: None

Work Location: Amarillo

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Day

Pay Grade: $62,232 (maximum and minimum)

Pay Basis: Monthly

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the selected individual and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Major/Essential Functions

• Design and perform multi‑step organic synthesis of bioactive compounds.
• Purify and characterize compounds using NMR, LC‑MS, IR, and other analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with the pharmacology and biochemistry teams to interpret bioassay data.
• Maintain detailed experimental records and contribute to manuscript and grant writing.
• Present research findings at local, regional, national, and/or international meetings and scientific conferences.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.
• Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
• In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA‑48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security‑related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, or another closely related field.
• Extensive experience in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.
• Experience with heterocyclic chemistry, structure‑based drug design, in silico molecular simulations, in vitro biochemical validation and biophysical binding assays, and CNS‑targeted agents as evidenced by publications and presentations.
• Familiarity with chemical informatics tools (e.g., ChemDraw, SciFinder, MOE).
• Knowledge of ADME/Tox principles and/or computational modeling.

Laboratory Work: Yes

Select agents used in laboratory: No

Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members.
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more.
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace

Additionally, the institution invests in the success of team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state‑of‑the‑art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment, and more.