Job Title
Postdoctoral Research AssociateAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
Pharmacy - InstructionProposed Minimum Salary
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Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & identities. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The College of Pharmacy is looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to serve as a member of the Pharmaceutical Sciences team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.
What you need to know
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience
Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section
Required Education:
Appropriate PhD
Preferred Education and Experience:
PhD in synthetic chemistry or medicinal chemistry
1-2 years postdoctoral experience in multi-step organic synthesis
Experience with optimization and SAR studies of lead compounds
Lab management experience
Experience in writing manuscripts
Experience working with individuals and communities
Experience with manuscript composition
Job Responsibilities
Search prior arts data bases (Scifinder, Reaxys, Pubmed, Sciencedirect etc.) relevant to the assigned project to formulate a research plan
Identify and apply proper methodologies to carry out the synthesis of target molecules.
Trouble shooting and improve the synthesis in a timely manner.
Evaluate and interpret SAR data.
Write progress reports and technical documents.
Assists the PI to manage the lab routine research activities
Complies with all state and university policies
Demonstrates intermediate to expert skills with Microsoft office software, and is able to learn and use institutional software systems.
May carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organization’s objectives, policies and applicable laws.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University and TAMHSC, must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.