Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology; Liau Lab

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Title Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Liau Lab)

School Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Department/Area Chemistry and Chemical Biology

The Liau Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. This position requires full external fellowship support.

The Liau Lab studies the molecular mechanisms underpinning biological processes, cancer mutations, and drug mechanism of action using chemical biology and genomics
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We are collaborative and multidisciplinary, combining organic chemistry, cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and large‑scale genetic screening in our research approach.

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field
• Demonstrated record of research achievement.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Full external fellowship support.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications must be received by March 9th, 2026.

For more information, please visit our website at or contact the department directly.

Please note:

This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.

Joseph Lavin
Associate Director of Academic Affairs
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Harvard University
12 Oxford Street
Cambridge MA 02138

Contact Email

$67,600-$80,000

Minimum Number of References

Required:

2

Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3

chemistry, chemical biology, genomics

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