Overview
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Responsibilities:
Design and synthesize chemical probes for target validation and chemo proteomics studies
Help develop and apply biochemical, biophysical, and metabolic stability assays
Screen compounds; analyze and interpret data
Apply data to the iterative design of optimized chemical probes suitable for cellular and in vivo pharmacological studies
Maintain accurate lab records and documentation
Contribute to publications and grant proposals.
Stay current with scientific advances in the fields of chemical biology and medicinal chemistry, and apply emerging techniques and insights to their own research
Qualifications and Experience:
PhD degree in chemical biology or a related discipline
Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, to enable delivery of chemical probes
Expert in chemical biology techniques used to assess interactions between proteins and small molecules
Experience in biochemical/biophysical assay development
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Evidence of consistent scientific innovation. Proven track record of publications in peer reviewed journals
Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills. Strong attention to detail
Able to collect and analyze experimental data, prepare research publications, and communicate results
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$72,000.00 - $76,385.00