UNC
Post-Doc Research Associate (Synthetic Chemistry -Heterocycles) - Frankowski Lab
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Job Description
- Req#: 292805
Synthetic organic chemist position focused on the design and construction of novel molecules towards first-in-class chemical tools and preclinical lead molecules. The post-doctoral scholar will be responsible for the design, construction and characterization of novel heterocyclic molecules possessing improved potency and selectivity. For each project we have partnered with leading external research experts to facilitate the interrogation of the compound's biological activity. Thus, this position is dedicated to the development of new synthetic methods and routes to the target scaffolds and their application to construct new high impact molecules. Research is conducted within the highly collaborative environment of the UNC Center for Integrative Chemical Biology and Drug Discovery. Numerous opportunities exist at UNC for presenting research and developing new skills (i.e. workshops, short courses, internships and collaborations). For a more information about the group's research see: http://frankowskilab.web.unc.edu/
Duties:
* Perform research in synthetic organic chemistry (75%). The primary duty is to design and carry out experiments leading to the synthesis of biologically relevant molecules. The following subtasks are associated with his duty:
* Carry out literature searches relevant to the research topic.
* Contribute significantly to the cleaning, organization, and maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
* Be acquainted and up-to-date with laboratory safety protocols and employ them in the course of all work.
* Keep detailed notes and records pertaining to all research work and be comfortable with the required use of electronic notebook software.
* Interpreting data and using results to drive additional experimental design.
* Active participation in scientific group meetings, departmental seminars, and problem sessions (10%).
* Contribute to the preparation and submission of reports, patents and publications related to research (15%).
Independently write experimental sections of paper and, working with collaborators, colleagues, and supervisor, assist in all aspects of the publication process
* Report results at national scientific meetings.About the company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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