Post Doctoral Fellow

Logo:Posting Number:

TMP00519PO22

Job Code Title:

Post Doctoral Fellow (Staff)

Advertised Title:

Post Doctoral Fellow

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

College of Pharmacy

Department:

COP Drug Discovery and Biomedical Sciences

Salary:

$25 - $27.00 per hour

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday from 8:30am – 5:00pm

Job Search Category:

Post-doctoral

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary:

The postdoc candidate is expected to perform research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator in the DDBS department within the College of Pharmacy.. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for the following duties:

• Design and synthesize potential bioactive compounds
• Develop synthetic methodology for the synthesis of compounds of interest
• Characterize compounds synthesized
• Conduct lab experiments, collect and analyze data, and report experimental data
• Teach graduate and/or undergraduate students lab techniques
• Ensure all tasks are accomplished on time and to the highest standard
• Engage in shared lab duties including maintenance of instruments and apparatus, lab safety and lab cleaning
• Prepare weekly progress reports and attend in weekly group meetings

This is a temporary position health insurance benefits will be provided however; no retirement benefits or annual/ sick will be provided.Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related discipline by the time of the appointment
• Expertise in design and execution of organic reactions, analysis and interpretation of spectroscopic data (HPLC, NMR, Mass Spec)
• Strong independent problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Demonstrated research accomplishments
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and writing
• Ability to work in a team environment

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

04/15/2022

Job Open Date:

03/23/2022

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting:EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL:

No

Hazardous weather category:

Non-Essential