Postdoctoral Associate - Targeted Protein Degradation

Women In Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join the TENG laboratory focusing on synthetic and medicinal chemistry for early-stage cancer drug discovery. The fellow will contribute to Targeted Protein Degradation efforts and work within an interdisciplinary team.

The position follows NIH-like stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates. Visa sponsorship is not available; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• MD or PhD in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• PhD in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, or other relevant fields preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong ability to perform both self-directed and guided research.
• Proactively helps the team succeed and takes ownership of team-based tasks.
• Organized with close attention to detail and strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Complies with IP compliance requirements.
• Works honestly with raw experimental data.
• Designs practical synthetic routes for target molecules.
• Delivers target molecules in a timely and efficient manner.
• Documents and presents experimental results professionally.
• Contributes to a culture of urgency and scientific excellence.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-directed research

Teamwork

Written communication

Ownership

Attention to detail

Education

MD or PhD in Basic/Health Sciences or related field

PhD in organic/medicinal chemistry

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job posting number: #7366499 (Ref:25577-en_US)

Posted: June 28, 2026

Summary

Job Description

A Postdoctoral Associate position in synthetic chemistry is available in the TENG laboratory at Baylor College of Medicine (Houston, TX), an interdisciplinary group using medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and molecular cell biology for early-stage drug discovery efforts. The lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate with a proven track record in synthetic or medicinal chemistry to join our team and help push the boundaries of cancer research. The Postdoctoral Associate is expected to work in the Targeted Protein Degradation space.

Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.

Job Duties

• Complies with the intellectual property compliance requirements of the institute and laboratory.
• Works honestly with any raw experimental data.
• Designs practical synthetic routes for target molecules.
• Delivers target molecules in a timely and efficient manner.
• Documents and presents experimental results in a professional manner.
• Contributes to the development of a laboratory culture that emphasizes urgency and scientific excellence.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, or other relevant fields.
• Strong ability to perform both self-directed and guided research.
• Strong ability to successfully work as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactively helps the team succeed - takes ownership of team-based tasks.
• Organized with close attention to detail and strong time management skills.

Work Authorization Requirement

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.