Postdoctoral Research Associate - Chemistry

Job Description

The Moeller group in the Department of Chemistry at Washington University in St. Louis and the Department for Research Chemistry at Novo Nordisk in Copenhagen, Denmark, are looking to fill a joint postdoctoral research fellowship for a up to two-year position. The project will involve the development of electrochemically based synthetic methodology in the Moeller group and the subsequent application of that methodology to clinical targets at pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk. As such, the candidate will spend much of the first year working in St. Louis and much of the second year working in the greater Copenhagen area of Denmark. The result of this dual interaction will be a unique opportunity for candidates to learn about electrochemical methods and organic synthesis in an environment focused on practical, real-world applications.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemistry.
• Research experience in organic synthesis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with electrochemistry and/or peptide chemistry is an advantage.

Working Conditions

This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment.

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

Applicant Special Instructions

Interested applicants should send their current curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and the contact information for three references, via email to moeller@wustl.edu .

Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

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