Job Details

Research Scientist

Position Number: 6284804
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Science - Chemistry

Research Scientist

About the Opportunity

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

This is a 1-year fixed term position, with the possibility of renewal based on continuing external funding.

Bouve College of Health Sciences

The Bouve College of Health Sciences has over 200 faculty members, with approximately 2,000 undergraduate and 2,400 graduate students. It is the leading national model for education and research in the health, psychosocial and biomedical sciences and supports the University's mission of educating students for a life of fulfillment and accomplishment and creating and translating knowledge to meet global and societal needs.

The Center for Drug Discovery

Directed by Dr. Alexandros Makriyannis, the Center for Drug Discovery is dedicated to:

Conducting intensive research aimed at discovering novel medications that address important medical needs
Devising approaches and technologies that improve drug-discovery efficiency and success
Developing vigorous educational and research collaborations with the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries and translational research centers
Expanding its unique educational component for training students and postdoctoral fellows in the art and science of drug discovery and educating the public on disease processes and therapeutic frontiers

The Center employs nearly 100 faculty members, staff, volunteers, PhD students, visiting scholars, and undergraduate students. These activities have been supported within an infrastructure that includes state-of-the-art laboratories for chemical synthesis, cell biology and tissue culture, biochemistry, molecular modeling, biophysical methods (NMR, computational), mass spectroscopy (proteomics), and behavioral studies. The Director's and administrative offices are located on the first floor of the Mugar Life Sciences Building in rooms 116 and 101, respectively.

About the Opportunity:

The Center for Drug Discovery, in association with the Bouve College of Health Sciences, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences seeks to hire a Research Scientist. To help fulfill the CDD's mission, this position was developed to conduct, develop, and maintain original organic synthesis in the development of chemistry for enzymes and receptors related to the endocannabinoid signaling system. The research will require the preparation of required starting materials, as well as the usual physical-organic studies, including the skillful isolation, purification and characterization of the compounds that are made.

The candidate will need demonstrated experience in optimization of compounds for different indications and molecular targets. This hands-on position is key to the Center's compound profiling activities for both translational science and basic research.

Responsibilities:

Effectively design and conduct relevant medicinal chemistry experiments
Recording, analyzing, and interpreting the resulting data; organizing the data into a form suitable for internal and external reporting and publication
Manage internal and external resources to deliver quality data in an efficient manner
Contribute to patent, report, and scientific publication writing
Act as key member of a multidisciplinary drug discovery project team, assisting with development of project strategy, and analysis and communication of complex data
Maintain a broad awareness of the scientific and technological landscapes of organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry and drug discovery and maintain knowledge of literature related to the areas of research pursued
Mentor, train, and supervising junior scientists
Foster a culture of scientific excellence, teamwork, and rigorous innovation

Qualifications:

Ph.D. or equivalent
Applicants should have over five years postgraduate experience in chemistry or biochemistry involving synthesis of compound libraries using parallel synthesis techniques, X-ray crystallography, or chemical biology
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with a wide range of state-of-the-art techniques involving enzyme assays, receptor binding methodologies, cell-based assays, automated high-throughput screening technology, and associated techniques such as immunoassay, spectrophotometry, radioligand binding, and mammalian tissue culture
Ability to develop research plans for executing strategy, operate and maintain equipment, and perform laboratory work, data analysis/interpretation, and presentation of results, with complete independence
Proficient with GraphPad Prism and MS Office 365
Ability to work effectively in a highly integrated team environment
Highly collaborative, self-motivated, team-oriented individual, with good computer skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrated ability to write peer reviewed quality work or invention disclosures for patent applications, technical reports.
Consistent track record of accomplishments (e.g., peer-reviewed publications and/or patents).

Position Type

Research

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
109S

Expected Hiring Range:
$66,850.00 - $94,427.50

With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.

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