Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Biochemistry (Medicinal Chemistry Dept)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking multiple post-doctoral associates for NIH-funded antiviral research projects. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on drug target assays and high-throughput screening. Successful candidates will contribute to significant research efforts and have the chance to publish their findings. Join a dynamic team at a leading university and advance your career in the exciting field of medicinal chemistry.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., MD, or DVM in a relevant field is required.
• Knowledge of molecular cloning and protein expression is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop biochemical and cell-based assays for drug targets.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and assist students in research.

Skills

Biochemical Assays

Cell-based Assays

High-throughput Screening

Structure-based Drug Design

Antiviral Mechanisms

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Biochemistry (Medicinal Chemistry Dept)
Department	Pharm - Pharmaceutical Chem
Salary	Commensurate With Experience
Benefits	Details not specified
Posting Summary	The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is seeking multiple post-doctoral associates to join Dr. Jun Wang's laboratory within the Department of Medicinal Chemistry, starting around September 1, 2022. The successful candidates will work on NIH-funded antiviral research projects.
Position Status	Open
Posting Number	22FA0971
Posting Open Date	08/22/2022
Posting Close Date	12/31/2025

Qualifications

Posting Details

Minimum Education and Experience	A Ph.D., MD, or DVM in a relevant field is required. Knowledge of molecular cloning, protein expression, imaging, structural biology, immunology, virology, and mouse models is preferred but not mandatory.
Certifications/Licenses	Not specified
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Design and develop biochemical and cell-based assays for drug targets. Perform high-throughput screening and structure-based drug design. Study mechanisms of action and resistance of antivirals. Develop, plan, execute, and publish research. Collaborate effectively within a team. Assist graduate and undergraduate students in research. Contribute to grant proposals, manuscripts, and conference presentations.
Equipment Utilized	Not specified
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must work independently and collaboratively, be motivated, creative, and maintain detailed documentation.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please submit: 1) a CV, 2) a one-page statement of research accomplishments, interests, and motivation, 3) contact details for 3 referees. This is a one-year appointment with a possible second year.
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/177777
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Location	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)

Additional Information

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