Visiting Researcher

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Pharmacy at The Ohio State University invites applications for a Visiting Researcher position to work in the laboratory of Dr. Esperanza Carcache de Blanco. The candidate is expected to be able to perform research in the areas of in vitro and in vivo biological evaluation of natural products, isolation and structural characterization of natural products, and chemical modification, if necessary. Expertise in cell culture, protein expression, bioassay design and drug screening is highly recommended. This position requires experience in molecular biology (e.g., Western blotting, PCR etc.), in addition to natural products chemistry techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, etc.). Candidates should have a publication record in natural products research and be willing to work in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include performing research, writing research publications and grants, and training students. The position is available immediately and will be initially offered for one year with the possibility of renewal dependent upon successful research progress and availability of funds. Please include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three (3) references with your application.

Requirements

• PhD
• Natural product drug discovery involving identification of active principles as well as biological evaluation.
• Experience in molecular biology (e.g., Western blotting, PCR etc.)
• Experience in natural products chemistry techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, etc.)
• Publication record in natural products research
• Willing to work in a collaborative environment

Nice To Haves

• Natural product drug discovery involving identification of active principles as well as biological evaluation.
• Student mentoring
• Grant writing
• Expertise in cell culture
• Expertise in protein expression
• Expertise in bioassay design
• Expertise in drug screening

Responsibilities

• Performing research
• Writing research publications and grants
• Training students

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees