Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a background in organic or analytical chemistry for a full-time Research Assistant or Associate position in our natural products group aimed at the mass-spectrometry guided isolation of bioactive compounds from microbial sources. The successful candidate must have a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in organic or analytical chemistry, and prior work experience with mass spectrometry data collection or HPLC purification will be a plus. In this position, you will be expected to advance efforts in the extraction and isolation of natural products from multiple fungal and bacterial sources.  Good laboratory skills and familiarity with modern instrumentation (LC-MS, HPLC, NMR, flash chromatography) are desired. Due to the multidisciplinary nature of the work, strong communication skills are necessary. Interested people should email their CVs and/or other supporting materials to [email protected] along with names and contact information for three persons who can serve as references. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

      Collect tandem mass spectrometry data on a large number of microbial sources

      Purify small molecules, peptides, polyketides and oligosaccharides from microbial fermentations

      Interpret experimental data, from a variety of analytical techniques, with a high degree of reliability and accuracy

      Manage schedule to advance multiple purification projects concurrently

      Present and share results within the group and project team

Key skills

      Familiarity with compound purification by preparative HPLC

      Familiarity with mass spectrometry data collection

      Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

      Effective time management skills

      High levels of safety awareness, personal integrity and ethics

Education and Experience:

B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in organic chemistry or analytical chemistry, and prior work experience in mass spectrometry data collection and HPLC purification will be a plus.