Postdoctoral or Research Scientist positions Chemist or Biochemist

Overview

The laboratory of Drs. Ted and Valina Dawson seeks applications for a Chemist or Biochemist to study innovative interventions in Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and stroke using novel technologies.

We are a dynamic and innovative research team dedicated to exploring cutting-edge scientific questions to provide new therapies to the field of neurodegenerative disease. We are seeking candidates with a PhD or MD/PhD degree. The successful candidate should have a strong background in enzyme assays, inhibitor screening, design and application of molecular glues or PROTACs (proteolysis-targeting chimeras) to develop novel therapeutic agents.

Candidates are expected to have excellent organizational and communication skills and critical thinking abilities to engage in interactive and discovery driven research. Required is a demonstrated record of achievements and publications. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

• Study interventions in Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and stroke using novel technologies.
• Contribute to an interactive and discovery‑driven research environment.
• Collaborate with team members to design and execute experiments focusing on enzyme assays, inhibitor screening, and development of molecular glues or PROTACs.

• PhD or MD/PhD degree.
• Strong background in enzyme assays, inhibitor screening, and design and application of molecular glues or PROTACs to develop novel therapeutic agents.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and analytical thinking; demonstrated achievements and publications.

Applicants should submit their CV, a letter outlining interest and goals, and names and contact information of three references to tdawson and vdawson.

All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity, and only job-related qualifications will be required.