Senior Research Scientist, Organic Synthesis Core Facility Job at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY

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  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Company Overview:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. Job Description:

The Organic Synthesis Core Facility at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is urgently looking for a PhD-level Organic/Medicinal Chemist to join our team. OSCF supports the work of both clinical and basic science colleagues by addressing their chemistry needs.

 

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high level productivity in the lab and will require good working knowledge of contemporary organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry to support a wide range of research projects. The candidate will have the ability to independently conceive and plan efficient synthetic strategies and designing molecules. The role requires performing experiments within established timelines, and make every effort to purify and characterize products, along with maintaining detailed and accurate laboratory notebooks. Additionally, the candidate will have the ability to reconcile bench work and effectively communicate research findings through written reports, and drafting manuscripts and patent applications.

 

The ideal candidate should have

  • PhD in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Independent problem solving skills.
  • Team spirit and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Experience running flow chemistry is highly preferred.
  • Experience with nucleoside and nucleotide chemistry is desirable.
  • Knowledge of bioconjugation techniques is a plus.

 

This position offers a unique opportunity in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. If you thrive in a team-oriented yet independent role, we encourage you to apply.

 

Application Instructions

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, an abridged overview of your accomplished synthesis or medicinal chemistry work, along with the names and contact information of at least three professional references. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your ability to work effectively in a team, as well as instances where you have shown independent problem-solving skills. Applications should be sent via email to:

 

Additional Information

 

Hours : Onsite Monday – Friday, 9am – 5 pm

Pay Range: $62,985 - $110,000

Closing:

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

 

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

 

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