Research Post Doctoral Fellow

About the role

Join the Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, a non-conventional non-profit program offering state-of-the-art clinical trials for patients with the most aggressive form of brain cancer. As a Post Doctoral Fellow, you will engage at an advanced trainee level in laboratory, translational, or clinical research, working under the direction and guidance but in closer partnership with a faculty member. You will specifically develop additional skills necessary for success as an independent investigator.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Rational design and synthesis of novel brain-targeting therapeutic agents.
• Characterization of novel molecules using necessary physicochemical means including NMR, MS, UV-vis, etc.
• Development of analytical methods for determination of newly synthesized molecules, various drugs, drug candidates, metabolites, and biomarkers in various biological matrices employing LC-MS/MS techniques.
• Performing biochemical characterization of various molecules.
• Manuscript preparation and publishing.
• Supervision and training of laboratory supporting research staff.
• Preparation and delivery of research presentations at local meetings, national, and international conferences.
• General operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Preparation and maintenance of required laboratory safety documentation and adherence to the guidelines and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in organic synthesis, bioanalysis, medicinal or pharmaceutical chemistry areas.
• Experience with rational drug design and development, physicochemical characterization.
• Experience with UHPLC or LCMS-based assay development.
• Good organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and cohesively as part of a team.

Job Requirements

• Ph.D., post-baccalaureate M.D. or D.Sc. degree or equivalent in a relevant field of endeavor.
• Laboratory or clinical research at the post-baccalaureate level with an interest in a faculty member's line of study.