美国范德比尔特大学医学中心有机化学/药物化学博士后招聘

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated synthetic chemist to join Wellington Pham’s research group at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center as a postdoctoral fellow. This individual will be responsible for developing synthetic chemistry projects by identifying simple, effective and robust ways to achieve the designated products. The incumbent must be able to hypothesize reaction mechanisms and interpreting SAR, generating insights that influence the research strategies. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong knowledge in organic chemistry, both synthetic methods and practical experience in the synthesis and characterization of small organic molecules using conventional and modern methods.

Key responsibilities:

• Designs synthetic targets for lead discovery and optimization to improve specificity, pharmacokinetic properties

• Develops novel and executable synthetic routes to achieve research objectives

• Develops clear synthetic schemes using conventional and state-of-the-art synthetic methods

• Communicates with team members clearly and succinctly the project plans and operations

• Makes significant conceptual contributing to project activities

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in organic chemistry/medicinal chemistry or related disciplines

• At least 3 years of experience working in a synthetic organic chemistry laboratory

• A track record of above-mentioned experience via publications

• Detail-oriented with good organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written

• Highly self-motivated and being able to mingle with group members

• Demonstrated capabilities in problem-solving in regard to synthetic methods

Contact information: wellington.pham@vumc.org