Scripps Staff Scientist - Disney Lab

University of Florida • Palm Beach, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the PI’s supervision, responsible for chemical synthesis and design of molecules intended to be studied for biological use. Requires an ability to review the literature to optimize protocols and to use lab instrumentation to validate experimental results. Must work well within project teams to understand and address research problems as they arise.

Requirements

• Ph.D. and/or MD in an appropriate scientific discipline required.
• A minimum of 2 years postdoctoral experience.
• This position is open to current UF employees only.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in lab instrumentation use and maintenance
• Proficiency in Chemdraw
• Proficiency in PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Excel
• Proficiency in Schrodinger molecular modeling software (on occasion)

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments to characterize RNA-small molecule interactions using various methods.
• Conduct computational experiments to study RNA-small molecule recognition.
• Conduct computational experiments to define the physicochemical properties and scaffolds of small molecules that bind RNA; use these results to create RNA-focused small molecule libraries
• Compiling and analyzing data and presenting research findings at lab or progress meetings, or other venues. This includes maintaining and repairing instrumentation and maintaining a comprehensive laboratory notebook
• Assisting the PI in writing abstracts and/or grant proposals and in guiding students or lab technicians with procedures/techniques related to their research in the laboratory, as designated by the PI.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree