Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Biochemistry; Medicinal Chemistry Dept

Overview

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.

Position Information

• Recruitment/Posting Title
  :
  Post-Doctoral Associate:
  Research in Biochemistry (Medicinal Chemistry Dept)
• Department
  :
  Pharm - Pharmaceutical Chem
• Salary Details
  : A minimum of $61008
• Posting Summary
  :
  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 projects in antiviral research.
• 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 the benefits overview page.

Minimum Education and Experience

• A Ph.D., MD or DVM in a field appropriate to the research area is required.
• Knowledge of molecular cloning, protein expression, imaging, structural biology, immunology, virology and mouse models is preferred but not required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Design and develop biochemical and cell-based assays for various drug targets.
• Perform high-throughput screening and structure-based drug design.
• Study the mechanism of action and mechanism of resistance of antivirals.
• Creatively develop, plan, execute and publish research relevant to the project.
• Participate fully as a lab team member.
• Assist graduate and undergraduate students in research activities.
• Assist in preparation of grants, manuscripts and conference presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Posting Number
  : 22FA0971
• Posting Open Date
  : 08/22/2022
• Posting Close Date
  : 01/03/2026

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.

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