Cedars-Sinai · 6 hours ago
Postdoctoral Scientist, Turkson Lab
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$30/hr - $45/hr
1+ years expCedars-Sinai is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist to join an NIH/NCI-funded drug discovery laboratory. The role involves designing and synthesizing small molecules, performing structure determination, and contributing to research efforts under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.
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Responsibilities
Design, synthesize, purify, and characterize small-molecule compounds
Perform structure elucidation using ¹H/¹³C/¹⁹F NMR and MS; maintain meticulous experimental records
Propose hypotheses, plan experiments, and interpret data to drive hit-to-lead optimization
Author independent reports, manuscripts, and presentations; contribute to grant/research proposals
Collaborate effectively with PI, staff scientists, students, and research assistants; help mentor junior team members
Proactively identify technical challenges and propose innovative solutions
May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds
May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author
Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator
May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols
Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data
Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period
Operates and maintains equipment and instruments
May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed
Qualification
Required
Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization
Preferred
Experience in small-molecule synthesis and/or natural products' synthesis
Experience in anticancer drug discovery research
Demonstrated ability in organic synthesis
Demonstrated ability to generate independent reports, publications, and ideas
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with laboratory members, including students and/or assistants
Company
Cedars-Sinai
Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service.
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$63.31MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsCalifornia HealthCare FoundationNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
2023-12-01Grant· $0.01M
2023-05-25Grant· $28M
2022-06-16Grant· $7M
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