Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Medicinal Chemistry

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University is hiring multiple Post-Doctoral Associates for research in Medicinal Chemistry. Candidates will engage in NIH-funded projects focused on developing antiviral agents. This one-year appointment offers a competitive salary and benefits package, emphasizing collaboration and independent research skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in organic chemistry or related field.
• Strong skills in synthesis design and analysis.
• Ability to document and share findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct NIH-funded research on antiviral drug development.
• Participate in literature reviews and present findings.
• Write manuscripts and present at conferences.

Skills

Design retro-synthesis routes

Optimize pharmacokinetic properties

Interpret structure activity relationship results

Excellent verbal and writing skills

Molecular modeling including docking

Education

Ph.D. in organic or medicinal chemistry

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is seeking multiple post-doctoral associates to join the laboratory of Dr Jun Wang within the Department of Medicinal Chemistry on or about September 1, 2022. The successful candidates will participate in NIH-funded research projects in designing and developing small molecule antivirals targeting emerging and re-emerging viruses.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Medicinal Chemistry
Department	Pharm - Pharmaceutical Chem
Salary Details	A minimum of $61008
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
Position Status
Posting Number	22FA0970
Posting Open Date	08/22/2022
Posting Close Date	12/31/2025

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry or a similar science field is required.

Candidates must have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a diverse group and be willing to learn techniques and methodologies. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative and able to maintain excellent documentation of their work.

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Candidates must be able to: Design retro-synthesis routes for screening hits and perform structure-activity relationship studies Optimize the in vitro and in vivo pharmacokinetic properties of lead compounds Interpret structure activity relationship and structure property relationship results and design corresponding optimization strategies Participate in and present results and literature in group meetings and department seminars Write manuscripts for publication and present results in conferences (Excellent verbal and writing skills are a plus) Conduct literature search skills, and have the ability to design and improve synthetic routes to support SAR studies and deliver compounds in large scale in a timely manner Perform molecular modeling including docking is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
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Posting Details

This will be a one-year appointment with the possibility of a second year. Please submit i) a complete CV; ii) a one-page statement that includes research accomplishments, research interests, and motivation to apply for the position; and iii) the name and contact details for 3 academic referees.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/177776
Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
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