Postdoctoral Associate - Bannister Lab

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Palm Beach is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in the Bannister Lab to advance chemical synthesis and design of biologically active molecules. Under the PI's supervision, you will validate results with NMR, HPLC, LCMS and present findings at lab meetings and conferences.

The position requires a doctorate in organic or medicinal chemistry, strong literature review, data analysis skills, and the ability to draft publications and grant proposals.

Qualifications

• PhD in organic or medicinal chemistry required.
• Experience with bench experiments and data analysis.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Chemdraw, and pymol viewer.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and design molecules for biological evaluation.
• Review literature to optimize experimental protocols and lead optimization.
• Present research findings at lab meetings, conferences, and seminars; assist in drafting publications and grant proposals.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Literature review

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in organic/medicinal chemistry

Tools

NMR

HPLC

LCMS

Chemdraw

Pymol viewer

MS Office

Job description

Postdoctoral Associate - Bannister Lab

Job No: 540874

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Palm Beach

Categories: Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration, Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department: 37044010 - SR-MM-BANNISTER LAB

Job Description

Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate

Classification Minimum Requirements: A doctorate degree in an appropriate scientific discipline.

Under the PI's supervision, be responsible for chemical synthesis and design of molecules intended to be studied for biological use. This requires an ability to review the literature to optimize protocols, to carry out experiments at the bench, and to use lab instrumentation (NMR, HPLC, LCMS) to validate experimental results through analysis of data. The candidate must work well in a research group setting and within project teams to share ideas and to troubleshoot research problems, such as deciding how to address limitations of existing lead molecules. The candidate will present research findings at lab meetings, project team meetings, progress reports, conferences, seminars, symposia, and assist in drafting relevant publications and grant proposals. The candidate must be proficient in standard computer skills relevant to the job, such as using Microsoft Office products, Chemdraw, and pymol viewer.

Expected Salary: Commensurate with experience, aligned with NIH scale.

Required Qualifications: An organic or Medicinal chemistry degree is required.

Preferred

• Molecular modeling expertise would be beneficial.
• Experience with conducting structure-activity relationship studies is preferred.
• Experience with high-throughput synthesis and/or solid phase synthesis is also desirable.

This position is open until filled. Application review will begin August 14, 2026. Candidates will be asked to deliver a research seminar (a 30-45 min presentation) in person or by zoom as part of the review process and will meet in person or virtually with the PI and with members of the PI's research group.

This position is time-limited.

This requisition will be used to fill 2 Postdoctoral Associates.

The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Health Assessment Required: No

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.