Details
Title Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Woo Lab)
School Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Position Description
The Christina Woo Lab at Harvard University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow with a strong background in chemical biology, proteomics, and organic chemistry. This position will focus on the development of chemical tools and strategies to investigate E3 ubiquitin ligase pathways and its regulation of endogenous substrates. This position requires external fellowship support.
The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team that applies a chemistry-first approach to explore mechanistic and functional aspects of protein regulation through post-translational modification. The lab is particularly interested in applicants who are eager to work at the intersection of chemistry and biology and are excited to develop and apply innovative approaches to complex biological questions.
Basic Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemical Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field (completed at the time of hire).
Strong experience with chemical proteomics, organic synthesis, or protein modification.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
External fellowship support
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references’ names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled
For more information, please visit our website, or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Joseph Lavin
Associate Director of Academic Affairs
Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Harvard University
12 Oxford Street
Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email lavin@chemistry.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600-$80,000. Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field
Minimum Number of References Required 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed 3
Keywords
chemical biology, proteomics, organic chemistry, protein modification, biochemistry
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