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Research Associate - Biological ChemistryDepartment
Research | Ryan Lab | Department of Chemistry | Faculty of Science (Katherine Ryan)Posting End Date
August 6, 2026Note:Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
August 31, 2027The expected pay range for this position is $85,000 - $95,000 annually.
This Research Associate (RA) position will be a one-year position at 0.8 FTE, starting in September 2026. It will involve isolation of natural products. Specifically, the work will involve the following:
· Purification and NMR structural characterization of natural products
· Familiarity with analytical and organic chemistry
· Investigation of biosynthetic pathways using bioinformatic, genetic, and chemical techniques
Minimum requirements:
A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Natural Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry and/or Molecular Biology
At least 5 years of postdoctoral experience in natural products research
Experience in microbiology
Experience in purification and structural characterization of organic molecules using mass spectrometry and NMR
A strong publication record
Excellent communication and analytical abilities; ability to independently execute experiments and to mentor younger scientists
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