HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc - Liang Lab

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, or closely related fields.

• Prior research experience and a track-record of accomplishment in chemical synthesis and characterization, in particular that related in the cancer therapy field is highly welcome.

• Good fundamental understanding and experimental skills on chemical synthesis.

• Knowledge base that requires using a variety of methodologies that include synthesis and characterization of new materials, analytical chromatography, mass spectroscopy, FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, etc.

• Ability to use (or be trained to use) analytical lab equipment independently.

• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

Required Qualifications

PhD or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.

Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.