Assistant Staff Scientist

Overview

Assistant Staff Scientist will be responsible for developing a research program within the field of novel fluorophore chemistry.

This position has the sole responsibility for the development of novel near infrared fluorophores and their testing. The position requires a high level of skill in the field of synthetic organic chemistry, analytical characterization and physiochemical property characterization of novel small molecules.

This position will also require routine survey and reporting of the fluorophore literature to ensure novel fluorophore development and generation of new synthetic ideas.

This position will also require manuscript writing and editing as well as aiding in the development of grant materials. This position will provide senior-level scientific services and guidance to the laboratory including training and mentoring other laboratory members, interacting with collaborators and management of the synthetic organic chemistry equipment and supply chain.

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive and other related responsibilities will be added as appropriate.

Function / Duties of Position

Research Functions :

• Develop novel fluorophores.
• Develop new synthetic methods for small molecule synthesis.
• Support projects within the lab by designing, planning, executing and analyzing novel small molecule syntheses and fluorophores.
• Analysis and graphical illustration of results, development of manuscripts, and presentation of data at national meetings.
• Maintain an accurate and detailed laboratory notebook of all experiments performed.
• Perform complex data analysis on experimental results generated. Use computer software to input and manage data for future analysis.

Supervisory Functions :

• Develop new fluorophores and synthetic methods and direct laboratory staff on these developed methods.
• Provide training and supervision to other staff within the lab with regards to novel fluorophore design, synthesis and characterization.
• May serve as co-investigator on approved research projects.
• Participate as a team member in fostering and supporting laboratory teamwork.

Other Duties :

• Attend group meetings and seminars and present technical status reports.
• Contribute to authoring manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and for presentations at seminars.
• May assist in preparing and submitting grant applications initiated by the lab PI.
• Participate in other projects as assigned.
• Oversee daily functions of assigned laboratory experiment portfolio, including the purchase of laboratory supplies as needed, working with the lab manager and other lab personnel to procure any necessary equipment, and compliance authorizations necessary to perform work.

Required Qualifications

Doctoral degree in relevant field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant post-doctoral work experience.

Synthetic organic chemistry

Must have strong synthetic chemistry knowledge and design novel synthetic schemes.

Must have excellent communication skills and work as part of a research team.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in chemistry

Experience with small molecule chemistry, particularly fluorophore synthesis

All are welcome

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