postdoctoral scientist

Indiana University

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div>The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts + Sciences at Indiana University, consists of a well-rounded research community with cutting-edge expertise in a wide variety of modern disciplines including analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, and biochemistry.<br>
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<b>Job Summary:</b><br>
Collaborative postdoctoral research will be conducted on a range of gas-phase chemical systems selected to explore the boundaries between valence-bound, non-valence-bound, and temporary anion states. Studies may be extended to metal oxide cluster systems.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
Oversee the day-to-day operations on the project including maintaining equipment, ensure forward progress on data acquisition and manuscript preparation, contribute intellectually to the project, mentor graduate and undergraduate students.<br>
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<b>For additional information visit:</b><br>
https://jarrold.lab.indiana.edu/</div>
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<div><div><b>Basic Qualifications</b></div>
<div><b>Required Qualifications:</b><br>
Ph.D. in Chemistry or Physics at time of appointment.<br>
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<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
Experience with laser spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, vacuum systems, lasers, computational chemistry.</div>
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<div><div><b>Department Contact for Questions</b></div>
<div>Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Prof. Caroline Chick Jarrold, Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, cjarrold@iu.edu.</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Salary and Rank</b></div> <div>$45,000.00, Postdoctoral Fellow</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>For Best Consideration Date</b></div> <div>12/19/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Expected Start Date</b></div> <div>01/05/2026</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>IU-101428-2025</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Position in Anion Photodetachment Spectroscopy

Virginia Commonwealth University

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Post-Doctoral
</b></h3><div><div><ul><li>45001117
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>907 Floyd Avenue, MCV Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Health Sciences
</li><li>Research
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>PostDoc
</li></ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>School Of Medicine MBU</li></ul></div></div><div><br>
</div><div><p>Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU&rsquo;s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.</p>
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Department:</b> Pathology</p>
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Department Summary:</b><br>
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jia-Ray Yu in the Department of Pathology at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine. The main research focus in Dr. Yu&rsquo;s laboratory is to elucidate 1) the role of the chaperone and co-chaperone protein system in sustaining oncogenic protein stability and oncogenesis and 2) biology of epoxy lipids and its role in inflammatory disease and carcinogenesis. Dr. Yang is seeking a postdoctoral associate to complete studies on these funded NIH grants to characterize the role of mutant oncogenic protein in hijacking this co-chaperone protein system to sustain their role in driving the development of cancer.</p>
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Duties &amp; Responsibilities:</b></p>
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Qualifications:</b></p>
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Minimum Qualifications:</b> Requirements for this position are a Ph.D. in anatomical pathology, clinical pathology and molecular pathology related field(s).</p>
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Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>Working knowledge of cell biology, pathobiology, pharmacology, and general laboratory skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manual dexterity and ability to perform sterile technique.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience with cell biology, pathobiology, pharmacology.</li></ul>
<ul><li>DNA extraction, dilution, and amplification skills and genetic engineering and molecular/protein biology skill.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Sense of responsibility and respect for study participants and data confidentiality.</li></ul>
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Salary Range: </b>Commensurate with experience</p>
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Benefits</b>: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.</p>
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FLSA Exemption Status:</b> Exempt</p>
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Hours per Week: </b>20</p>
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ORP Eligible: </b>Yes</p>
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Flexible Work Arrangement: </b>Other</p>
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University Job Title: </b>Postdoctoral</p>
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Rank: </b>Non Faculty</p>
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Contact Name: </b>Tori Barham<br>
<b>Contact Email: </b>Latoria.Barham@vcuhealth.org</p></div></div></div></div>

Post-Doctoral

Merck

<div><p><b>Job Description</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Postdoctoral Research Fellow &ndash; Next Generation Drug Conjugates</b></p><p>
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our Discovery Chemistry department at our company's Research Laboratories in South San Francisco. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment alongside the Quantitative Biosciences (Pharmacology) department. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will independently drive projects that address fundamental hypotheses in targeted therapies for oncology to enhance our mechanistic understanding and shape strategies to improve therapeutic efficacy. These projects will require design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of chemical probes using high content imaging and other cellular assays to study intracellular trafficking.</p><p></p><p>
Our Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program aims to be best-in-industry for industrial postdoctoral researchers, designed to provide an academic research focus in a commercial environment. With the resources, reach, and expertise of a large pharmaceutical company, our postdoctoral researchers are positioned to excel at an institution committed to breakthrough innovation in research and discovery. If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong desire to pursue cutting-edge research at the interface of chemistry and biology, we invite you to consider joining our team.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>
Develop hypothesis-driven and comprehensive study plans to drive project proposals towards learnings applicable to drug discovery programs.</p></li><li><p>
Design, synthesize, and characterize small molecule and peptide-based tool molecules, and independently troubleshoot synthetic challenges as required.</p></li><li><p>
Design and execute cellular assays to characterize intracellular trafficking and pharmacology of tool molecules using high content imaging and other experimental methodologies.</p></li><li><p>
Analyze and interpret study results to inform on subsequent design of iterative tool molecules and experiments.</p></li><li><p>
Properly document all experimental designs, protocols, and findings. Maintain compliance with all laboratory trainings and safety requirements.</p></li><li><p>
Independently guide and evolve research direction based on new learnings.</p></li><li><p>
Stay up to date with new literature pertinent to the project proposal and related ideas.</p></li><li><p>
Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals, and present at scientific conferences and to internal teams.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
PhD completed within 6 months of hire in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a closely related field; or hold a Ph.D. degree with less than 2 years of prior postdoctoral experience.</p></li><li><p>
Proven ability to complete research projects, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, including multi-step synthesis, purification, and characterization.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency with standard chromatographic methods and analytical techniques such as NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, and HPLC.</p></li><li><p>
Strong knowledge of reaction mechanisms, synthetic methodology, and retrosynthetic analysis.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency with mammalian cell culture and relevant cell biology techniques and assay technologies.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively to drive research initiatives and solve complex scientific/technical problems, with excellent organization and communication skills.</p></li><li><p>
Rigorous and innovative experimentalist with enthusiasm for learning new techniques and a strong growth mindset.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
Hands-on experience with live cell and/or high-content imaging methods and automated image analysis software tools.</p></li><li><p>
Hands-on experience with peptide synthesis, analysis, characterization, and related techniques.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
postdoctoralopportunities</p><p></p><p>
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate&rsquo;s relevant skills, experience, and education.</p><p></p><p>
Expected salary range:</p><p>
$75,000.00-$86,000.00</p><p></p><p>
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Required Skills:</b></p>
Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Cell Cultures, Cell Culture Techniques, Chemical Biology, Computational Biology, Data Analysis, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), High Content Imaging, Immunoassays, In Vivo Mouse Models, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Mammalian Cell, Mammalian Cell Culture, Mass Spectrometry (MS), Mathematical Biology, Molecular Biology, Organic Synthesis, Parasitology, Peptide Synthesis, Primary Cell Culture, Programming Languages, Project Reviews {+ 4 more}<p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:</b></p><p></p><p>
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As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:</p><p></p><p>
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</p><p></p><p>We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another&rsquo;s thinking and approach problems collectively.</p><p></p><p>
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts</p><p></p><p><b>
U.S. Hybrid Work Model</b></p><p></p><p>
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as &ldquo;remote&rdquo;.</p><p></p><p><b>
San Francisco Residents Only:</b> We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Los Angeles Residents Only:</b> We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully</b><br>
Merck &amp; Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.</p><p></p><p><b>
Employee Status:
</b></p>Regular<p></p><p><b>
Relocation:</b></p>
Domestic<p></p><p><b>
VISA Sponsorship:</b></p>
Yes<p></p><p><b>
Travel Requirements:</b></p>
10%<p></p><p><b>
Flexible Work Arrangements:</b></p>
Not Applicable<p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
Not Indicated<p></p><p><b>
Valid Driving License:</b></p>
No<p></p><p><b>
Hazardous Material(s):</b></p>
n/a<p></p><p><b>
Job Posting End Date:</b></p>
11/27/2025<ul><li><b>A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the job posting end date.<br>
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<p><b>Requisition ID:</b>R372245</p></div>

Associate Scientist, Postdoctoral Fellow - Next Generation Drug Conjugates

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The Department of Chemistry in College of Arts + Sciences at Indiana University Bloomington is a diverse and well-established research community, consistently ranked among the top chemistry programs in the U.S. We are home to cutting-edge expertise in a wide variety of modern disciplines, including analytical, organic, inorganic, physical, and materials chemistry, as well as biochemistry. Our department is equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation and facilities, providing an ideal environment for innovative and impactful research.<br>
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The Huang Group at Indiana University is seeking to hire a postdoctoral scholar to develop new organic methods for functional small molecules and polymers. The goal of projects in the Huang lab is to tackle critical societal challenges through precise structural control, efficient manufacturing, and the repurposing of molecules across diverse length scales.<br>
</div><div>The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong foundation in organic synthesis as well as experience in the standard spectroscopic techniques (e.g. NMR, IR, UV-vis spectroscopy, Mass spectrometry, and X-ray diffraction) necessary for characterizing new molecules and polymers. Experience with photochemistry (e.g. quantum yield analysis) or polymer synthesis/characterization (e.g. size exclusion chromatography, rheology, and tensile testing) is beneficial but not required.<br>
</div><div>The Huang Group provides a supportive and collaborative environment for postdoctoral researchers to conduct innovative research. The hired postdoc fellow will gain key technical and professional skills valuable for a career in academia or industry. Routine feedback and guidance for postdoctoral fellows will also be provided by Prof. Huang in group meetings as well as individual meetings to ensure progress towards their future career goals are met.
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<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
</div><div>1) Manage and make consistent progress on academic research project(s).</div><div>
2) Maintain good record keeping through lab notebook documentation of experiments.</div><div>
3) Present new results and related literature in weekly group meetings.</div><div>
4) Write up new results for publication in peer-reviewed journals.</div><div>
5) Assist with setting up and maintaining equipment and instrumentation in the laboratory.</div><div>
6) Mentor graduate students with their projects.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Basic Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><b>Required Qualifications:</b><br>
</div><div>Ph.D. in Chemistry at time of appointment. Experience with organic synthesis or reaction development required.<br>
</div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
</div><div>Sophisticated experimental techniques with inert atmosphere manipulation of air- and moisture-sensitive chemicals as well as analytical techniques for characterizing the newly synthesized molecules and polymers (NMR, IR, Mass spec, single crystal XRD, GPC, UV-vis, etc.) is essential. The preferred candidate should also have a deep understanding of the organic reactivities and mechanism.</div></div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Department Contact for Questions</b></div>
<div>Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Prof. Huang, Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, banhuang@iu.edu.</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Salary and Rank</b></div>
</div><br>
<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions</b></div>
<div><div>The initial appointment for this position will be for 12 months. Additional 12-month extension will be available based on performance. A competitive salary along with a benefits package will be offered.<br>
</div><div>Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to <b>http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/3</b><b>0824</b>. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.</div></div>
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<div><div><b>For Best Consideration Date</b></div> <div>11/01/2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Expected Start Date</b></div> <div>03/01/2026</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>IU-101380-2025</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Postdoctoral Fellow - Huang Lab

Broad Institute

<div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General information
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div>Location
</div><div>Cambridge, MA
</div></div><div><div>Ref #
</div><div>43204
</div></div><div><div>Job Family
</div><div>Research
</div></div><div><div>Workplace
</div><div>On-Site
</div></div><div><div>Date published
</div><div>11/10/2025
</div></div><div><div>Time Type
</div><div>Full time
</div></div><div><div>Pay Range
</div><div>70,000.00 - 92,667.00 Usd Annual
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description &amp; Requirements
</b></h3></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>The Proteomics Group (Carr/ Udeshi Lab) at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral associate to develop and apply state-of-the art mass spectrometry-based proteomics technology to address compelling questions in biology, chemistry and clinical medicine in a highly collaborative setting with groups in the greater Broad scientific community and beyond. The specific research areas of immediate interest that this scientist could drive include:</p><div><ul><li><br>
proteogenomic studies of a wide range of cancers</li><li>detailed studies of cellular signaling networks related to protein phosphorylation, ubiquitylation or acetylation</li><li>chemical proteomics technologies such as thermal profiling and cell surface proteomics</li></ul>
to unveil intracellular and cell-surface protein drug targets<br>
<ul><li>developing biological understanding of response and resistance to therapy</li></ul></div><p><br>
Successful candidates will work in one or more of these areas together with an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, biologists, computational and proteomics scientists to deeply characterize and understand the proteomes of tumor-derived material, cells and biofluids.</p><p><br>
The Broad Institute is a world-leading non-profit research organization dedicated to realizing the promise of the post-genomic era for human benefit. Located in Cambridge, MA with strong ties to MIT, Harvard, and world class Boston hospitals, the Broad Institute brings together scientists of diverse backgrounds to solve critical problems in biology and medicine in an interdisciplinary manner.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Broad Institute, and the embedded Proteomics Group, have an outstanding track-record in training the next generation of research scientists. We (www.broadinstitute.org/proteomics) have a very strong track record in developing and applying proteomic technologies critical to address important questions in biology and medicine. We collaborate with top-level international researchers throughout the world, and results of these studies and our technology developments are published in top-tier journals.</p><div><b><br>
Qualifications Candidates must have:</b><br>
<ul><li>an Ph.D. or MD, PhD in areas such as analytical chemistry, molecular biology, biology, biochemistry, computational biology or preferably interdisciplinary sciences merging laboratory and bioinformatic skills</li><li>excellent scientific productivity, evidenced by high-quality research publications in peer- reviewed journals</li><li>track record of conducting independent and creative research</li><li>analytical aptitude for devising innovative scientific or technical solutions</li><li>excellent verbal and written communication skills</li></ul><br>
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Hands-on skills and knowledge in one or more of the following areas would be considered an advantage:</b><br>
<ul><li>state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based proteomics</li><li>expertise in statistical and/or computational analysis of large-scale proteomic or genomic data</li><li>analysis of cell signaling pathways/networks</li><li>cell biology/ biochemical methods to understand protein function</li><li>domain expertise in a disease area such as cancer, metabolic or infectious disease</li></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><div>The expected base salary range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law.</div><div>
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At Broad, your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.</div><div></div><div><br>
Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Postdoctoral Associate - Proteomics Group

Glow Beauty on Demand

Postdoctoral Researcher <p>King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) is an advisory think tank within global energy economics and sustainability that serves entities and authorities in the Saudi energy sector. The Postdoctoral Program offers an exceptional opportunity to engage in cutting edge research and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in energy economics, policy, and technology.</p> Program Areas and Responsibilities <ul> <li><b>Utilities & Renewables</b>: support research in power sector modelling (PLEXOS, GAMS, or other major software or programming languages), regulatory topics such as cost recovery, capacity payments, tariff design, and market design and structure, and emerging technologies including batteries, carbon capture and storage, hydrogen, and digitalisation.</li> <li><b>Energy Macro & Microeconomics</b>: conduct research on CGE and DSGE modelling to understand how economic conditions and policy changes in the energy sector impact macro economic variables and the overall economic structure of energy exporting countries, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia.</li> <li><b>Oil & Gas</b>: specialise in oil markets with an emphasis on supply and demand, monitor and analyse upstream developments, and apply economic and modelling techniques throughout the supply chain from production to refining and consumer behaviour.</li> <li><b>Climate & Sustainability</b>: research climate change policy and regulation, economic aspects of climate change, and carbon market tools and mechanisms.</li> <li><b>Transport & Urban Infrastructure</b>: conduct empirical research and policy analysis on governance models of urban infrastructure development or housing and shelter sufficiency, producing clear, concise, reader friendly evidence based policy papers, working papers, reports, and other publications.</li> </ul> Qualifications and Experience <p>Recent completion or imminent completion of a Ph.D. in Energy Economics, Public Policy, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. Strong knowledge in one or more of KAPSARC's research areas-including energy policy, oil and gas markets, economics, renewables, transportation, climate, and sustainability. Demonstrated expertise in independent research, quantitative and qualitative methods, and relevant software tools and datasets. Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.</p> Seniority Level <p>Internship</p> Employment Type <p>Full time</p> Job Function <p>Research, Analyst, and Information Technology</p> Industries <p>Home Health Care Services</p>

Postdoctoral Researcher

<div><p><b>Job Description</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Data Rich Experimentation &ndash; (Synthetic Chemistry and Machine Learning)</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Be a part of the legacy: Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program</b></p><p>
Our Research Laboratories&rsquo; Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program aims to be a best-in-industry program for industrial postdoctoral researchers, designed to provide you with an academic focus in a commercial environment. With the resources, reach, and expertise of a large pharmaceutical company, postdoctoral researchers will be positioned to excel in an institution committed to breakthrough innovation in research and discovery.</p><p><b><br>
Position Overview:</b></p><p></p><p><br>
Join our team and be part of an exciting opportunity to develop groundbreaking catalytic methodologies in the field of drug discovery and development. This full-time position is located within the Data Rich Experimentation group in the Department of Process Research and Development, based in Rahway, New Jersey, USA. Our state-of-the-art laboratory is equipped with world-class facilities, advanced equipment, and a team of experts dedicated to catalysis research. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for applying high-throughput experimentation (HTE) techniques to drive reaction discovery and optimization. You will employ machine learning tools to develop new and diverse ligand collections for the application in asymmetric catalysis&mdash;with an emphasis on earth&#8209;abundant metals. You will have the opportunity to author peer-reviewed publications and deliver conference presentations. To thrive in this position, the ideal candidate should possess outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. We are searching for an individual with a passion for exploring synthetic methodology development at the interface of data science and asymmetric catalysis for application to pharmaceutically relevant transformations. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where you can make a real impact and contribute to cutting-edge methodology development in an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities include but are not limited to</b>:</p><ul><li><p><br>
Creatively solve challenging synthetic problems</p></li><li><p>
Drive results independently in a cross-functional, collaborative environment</p></li><li><p>
Communicate synthetic and data science innovations through publications and presentations</p></li><li><p>
Efficiently use data-rich experimentation technologies, data science, and machine learning to accelerate reaction discovery and optimization</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Education Minimum Requirement</b>:</p><p>
Candidates must currently hold a PhD or PhD completed within 6 months of hire in chemistry or related field.</p><p></p><p><br>
</p><p><b>Required Experience and Skills</b>:
</p><ul><li><p>Strong experience in synthetic chemistry</p></li><li><p>
Efficient written and oral communication skills</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to drive project results</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
Preferred Experience and Skills</b>:
 </p><ul><li><p>Familiarity with data science/machine learning tools or an interest in learning these tools</p></li><li><p>
Experience in method development, mechanistic studies, and reaction optimization</p></li><li><p>
Experience in asymmetric catalysis</p></li><li><p>
Experience in earth abundant metal catalysis</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
PRD</p><p>
postdoctoralopportunities</p><p></p><p>
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate&rsquo;s relevant skills, experience, and education.</p><p></p><p>
Expected salary range:</p><p>
$75,000.00-$86,000.00</p><p></p><p>
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. For Washington State Jobs, a summary of benefits is listed here.</p><p></p><p><b>
Required Skills:</b></p>
Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Biostatistics, Cell Culture Techniques, Chemical Biology, Communication, Computational Biology, Data Analysis, Data Applications, Data Science, Drug Discovery Process, Experimental Methods, Immunoassays, Interpersonal Communication, In Vivo Mouse Models, Mathematical Biology, Method Development, Molecular Biology, Oral Communications, Parasitology, Process Research, Programming Languages, Scientific Research {+ 3 more}<p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:</b></p><p></p><p>
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.</p><p>
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:</p><p></p><p>
EEOC Know Your Rights</p><p>
EEOC GINA Supplement
</p><p></p><p>We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another&rsquo;s thinking and approach problems collectively.</p><p></p><p>
Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts</p><p></p><p><b>
U.S. Hybrid Work Model</b></p><p></p><p>
Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as &ldquo;remote&rdquo;.</p><p></p><p><b>
San Francisco Residents Only:</b> We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Los Angeles Residents Only:</b> We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles&rsquo; Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance</p><p></p><p><b>
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully</b><br>
Merck &amp; Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp &amp; Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.</p><p></p><p><b>
Employee Status:
</b></p>Regular<p></p><p><b>
Relocation:</b></p>
Domestic<p></p><p><b>
VISA Sponsorship:</b></p>
Yes<p></p><p><b>
Travel Requirements:</b></p>
10%<p></p><p><b>
Flexible Work Arrangements:</b></p>
Not Applicable<p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
Not Indicated<p></p><p><b>
Valid Driving License:</b></p>
No<p></p><p><b>
Hazardous Material(s):</b></p>
n/a<p></p><p><b>
Job Posting End Date:</b></p>
11/25/2025<ul><li><b>A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day </b><b>BEFORE</b><b> the job posting end date.<br>
</b></li></ul><br>
<p><b>Requisition ID:</b>R371427</p></div>

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