POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Diercks
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Diercks
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$ 68640 - 73230
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ABOUT US: Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100year legacy. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology infectious diseases (such as COVID19 flu HIV) neuroscience heart disease cancer and more. Located in La Jolla California the institute houses six research departments multiple Nobel laureates a topranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work handinhand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.
Celebrating a Century: TITLE: Postdoctoral Associate
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Diercks Lab at Scripps Research is looking to hire two highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates. As a newly established lab in the Department of Chemistry we are seeking candidates with a strong background in Synthetic Biology Molecular and Cell Biology Synthetic Chemistry or Chemical/Biomolecular Engineering.
Research in the Diercks Lab is highly interdisciplinary and leverages techniques ranging from synthetic and chemical biology to nanoscience and materials chemistry. Projects in the lab aim at applying synthetic and chemical biology principles to devise (i) systems for the continuous evolution of biomacromolecules as well as to (ii) apply evolutionary principles to optimize lipid nanoparticles for applications in drug and gene delivery. Find out more from our group website:
A successful candidate should be selfmotivated and detail oriented with a strong background in molecular biology chemistry or chemical/biomolecular engineering. Scientific competence includes independent research capabilities generating publications and contributing to grant writing. It is important that the applicant has clear oral and written communication skills and would work with and mentor students.
Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or CoPrincipal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.
Make Scripps Research your next step to advance and develop your career. Click here to learn more about our Postdoctoral Program and Services: possess a doctoral degree. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.
COMPENSATION:Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and Californias exempt salary guidelines which provide for a starting range of $68640 $73230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option) dental vision life insurance disability EAP and more.
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
- Free onsite Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefitseligible employees and their family members.
- Free onsite parking.
- Pet Insurance
The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities duties and/or skills required of employees so classified and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research with or without notice. Furthermore nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employmentatwill status of Scripps Research staff.
EEO Statement:The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
