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Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Myers Lab) in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University

NewSalary: $67600 - $80000
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02163, United States
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Harvard University
Position
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TitlePost-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Myers Lab)
SchoolFaculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/AreaChemistry and Chemical Biology
Position Description

The Myers Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. We are
seeking motivated, bright scientists to join our antibiotics drug discovery and
development team in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at
Harvard University (Andrew G. Myers Research Group).

1. Prepare antibiotic compounds from milligram to gram scale using state-of-the-
art organic synthesis and technology. Independently design and execute
multi-step synthetic routes from milligram to multi-gram scale. Develop new
synthetic methods for the synthesis of antibiotic compounds. Design
antibiotic compounds and evaluate their biological activity.
2. Publish and present research findings in high-quality scientific journals and
conferences.
3. Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and students on interdisciplinary
research projects.
4. Contribute to the preparation of research proposals.
5. Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and
graduate students.

Basic Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. in organic chemistry is preferred.
  • Meaningful hands-on laboratory experience in an academic or industrial
  • setting.
  • Expertise in preparative organic chemistry and synthetic methods.
  • Strong knowledge of heterocyclic synthesis and scalable synthesis.
  • Ability to think critically and communicate effectively, design and execute
  • experiments independently, and learn new techniques quickly.
  • Effective writing skills for maintaining a detailed laboratory notebook and
  • for providing periodic research reports.
Additional Qualifications



Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

For more information, please contact the department directly.

Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Joseph Lavin
Associate Director of Academic Affairs
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Harvard University
12 Oxford Street
Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Emaillavin@chemistry.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600-$80,000. Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field”
Minimum Number of References Required2
Maximum Number of References Allowed3
Keywords
organic chemistry, synthetic organic chemistry
EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Cover Letter
    2. Curriculum Vitae
    3. Statement of Research
    Optional Documents

      Job Location

      Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02163, United States

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