Postdoctoral Research Associate - Organic Synthesis

Virginia Commonwealth University • Richmond, VA

3d • $50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Department of Chemical and Life Science Engineering in the College of
Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University, seek candidates to apply for
the Postdoctoral Research Associate- Organic Synthesis position.

Since its inception in 1996, the Virginia Commonwealth University College of
Engineering has brought innovative, real-world engineering education to Central
Virginia. Comprised of five different departments plus the Dean’s office, the
College of Engineering enrolls more than 2,000 undergraduate and 450 graduate
students in several degree programs supported by more than 600 full-time,
part-time, and student employees. As part of a premier research university known
for tenacity, love of the city of Richmond, and commitment to respect and
access, the College of Engineering values the significant and positive impact of
our people and ideas in the promotion of regional and global prosperity
involving research and life sciences.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to develop and expand
upon a diversified technical skill set while making a positive contribution to
the optimization and development of pharmaceutical processes. Research projects
for this position will involve a strong requirement for advanced synthetic
organic skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in organic
synthesis.
Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the
development of synthetic pharmaceutical processes.  In this position, the
successful candidate will have the opportunity to work and collaborate with a
vast network of scientists and engineers.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry or related fields.
• Ability to mentor junior team members, and ensure the highest levels of laboratory safety
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and short turnaround times
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a postdoc at VCU.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in organic synthesis
• Experience in the development of synthetic pharmaceutical processes

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand upon a diversified technical skill set
• Make a positive contribution to the optimization and development of pharmaceutical processes
• Research projects will involve a strong requirement for advanced synthetic organic skills
• Work and collaborate with a vast network of scientists and engineers

Benefits

• All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website [https://hr.vcu.edu/benefits/all-benefits/] for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees