Postdoctoral Associate - Chemistry - Erb Lab

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Postdoctoral Associate

Multiple fully funded positions for post‑doctorate fellows are currently available in the Erb laboratory (Department of Chemistry, The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, CA). Our chemical biology group uses discovery chemistry, CRISPR/Cas9‑based functional genetic screens, and advanced transcriptional genomics approaches to discover and study drug‑like small molecules that therapeutically modulate chromatin regulation and mRNA transcription. We are seeking to hire multiple post‑doctoral fellows to lead projects in ligand discovery, chromatin regulation, and cancer biology.

Successful candidates will have laboratory experience in biology, chemistry, or computer science and be committed to working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary group with the goal of advancing new chemical tools, genetic insights, and therapeutic hypotheses. Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years.

Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co‑Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.

Must possess a doctoral degree. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.

This position works in a laboratory or vivarium environment. Further details of the physical requirements of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California's exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $68,640–$73,230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on‑site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits‑eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on‑site parking.
• Pet Insurance

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.