Postdoctoral Fellow

Post-doctoral Fellow, Chemistry

This is a 2-year appointment that serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research and drug development competencies.  In this appointment, the postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for providing synthetic chemistry support for small molecule drug discovery and medicinal chemistry optimization. The researcher will participate in planning, designing and conducting highly technical synthetic chemical operations under the supervision of a senior scientist and will analyze research data, provide interpretations, contribute to the development of research documentation for publications and provide technical reports, papers and records. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research and drug development competencies.
• Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor.
• Maintains accurate and clean E-notebooks with detailed procedures and proper analytical data attached
• Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and technology related to the area of specialization.
• Synthesizes, purifies, and characterizes compounds.
• Develops Structure-Activity Relationships.
• Designs analogues for synthesis.
• Contributes to progress reports, patent applications and publications derived from project data.
• Operates and maintains scientific equipment.
• Maintains external awareness of scientific discipline through familiarity with current scientific literature.
• Observes appropriate safety requirements.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry.
• Strong synthetic organic chemistry background required.
• Keen interest in understanding the application of medicinal chemistry principles.
• Research experience in the field of specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and methods of analysis.
• Ability to observe appropriate safety requirements.
• Competency in ChemDraw, Microsoft Office Suites Products and other relevant software.
• Proven ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Candidates must currently reside in the United States.

Core Values

Cultivating Human Connection – putting people first.  We know that every individual makes a difference and that no one can do it alone.  We believe the world's most powerful resource is human potential.  We are an inclusive and courageous team where innovation and diversity of though go hand in hand.  We understand that relationships move at the speed of trust.

Operating with precise execution – measuring what matters and owning results as a team.  We leverage data to drive decisions that advance science.  We recognize the importance of a stable foundation coupled with an agile mindset.  We hold ourselves accountable and take pride in our work.  We give and receive candid feedback as a gift that keeps us growing.

Harnessing relentless curiosity – our unstoppable, innovative force.  We are driven to ask sharp questions and push the boundaries of knowledge.  We use creativity and critical thinking as catalysts for finding solutions that change lives.  We learn by doing, consistently striving to improve our relationships, training, methodologies, questions and results.

Stewarding a healthy community – implementing sustainable operations for a safe, engaging environment.  We don't compromise on safety and health for our employees, customers or community.  We believe a healthy community begins with inclusive economic opportunities.  We respect the dignity of the patients we ultimately serve.  We are motivated to serve communities that are underserved and markets that are overlooked.

Job Specific Behaviors

Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives

Technical Expertise - Possesses and applies professional/technical knowledge, skills, experience, and judgment to accomplish scientific goals.

Continuous Learning - Targets learning needs; seeks learning activities; maximizes learning; applies knowledge or skill; and takes risks in learning

Communication - Effectively communicates with others in verbal and written form

Quality Orientation - Follows procedures, ensures high-quality outputs and takes action

Innovation – Challenges paradigms; thinks expansively; leverages diverse resources; evaluates multiple solutions; and ensures relevance

Adaptability – Tries to understand changes; approaches change or newness positively; and adjusts behavior

Work Environment & Conditions

This position is a laboratory environment and requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

• Safety glasses
• Laboratory coats
• Nitrile and latex gloves (varies based on tasks)

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• No certifications required.

Career Progression

There is a career progression for this position.  Promotions are tied to demonstrated competencies, job performance and position availability.