Postdoctoral Scholar - Chemical Biology
Application Window
Open August 3rd, 2022 through Friday, Sep 2, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
If you apply to this recruitment by September 2nd, 2022, you will have until September 3rd, 2022 to complete your application.
Position description
A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in the area of Chemical Biology in Prof. Weiss's lab in the Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Irvine. The successful candidate will work on advancing the continuous flow biosynthesis project.
At minimum, the applicant should hold a PhD. in Biochemistry and/or Chemistry, or related field, and should have basic and working knowledge of enzyme biosynthesis and/or organic synthesis of nicotinamide enzyme cofactors. Multi-disciplinary experience with biosynthetic approaches to small molecule synthesis is preferred. Initial funding will be available for one year. Extension on the position is based on performance and funding availability. Salary is commensurate with experience.
More information about the Dr. Weiss's lab can be found here: https://www.gweisslab.net/
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, and CV to https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/ JPF07821. The cover letter should include a discussion of the applicant's previous research, and the names for three referees.
Qualifications
An expected or recent Ph.D. in Biochemistry and/or Chemistry or related field. Have working knowledge of enzyme biosynthesis and/or organic synthesis of nicotinamide enzyme cofactors.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
Authorization to Release Information Form - A reference check will be completed only if you are made a tentative offer to a Professor or Professor of Teaching series, at any rank. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form: https://ap.uci.edu/wp-content/uploads/AuthReleaseForm.pdf
Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.
(Optional)Statement of Research (Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Campus Information
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.