Experience with analytical instrumentation (LC-MS, HPLC, NMR)
and biological assay development highly preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and team management
skills.
Demonstrated ability to integrate multidisciplinary data to
drive scientific discovery and innovation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead discovery and characterization of novel natural products
with antibacterial or other bioactive properties.
- Direct and oversee bioassay development, screening, and hit
validation efforts.
- Manage compound isolation, purification, and structure
elucidation workflows in collaboration with analytical and
chemistry teams.
- Conduct and supervise mechanistic studies to elucidate compound
mode of action.
- Provide scientific leadership and mentorship for junior
researchers and technical staff.
- Ensure rigorous data management, reproducibility, and
compliance with safety standards.
- Contribute to strategic planning, proposal writing, and
publication of research findings.
The
Antibiotic Discovery Center (ADC) at
Northeastern
University is an interdisciplinary research hub dedicated to
discovering, characterizing, and developing novel antibiotics and
bioactive natural products. The ADC integrates expertise in
microbiology, biochemistry, chemical biology, and natural product
chemistry to address the urgent global challenge of antimicrobial
resistance. Researchers at the ADC work collaboratively to identify
new compounds from diverse microbial sources, elucidate their
mechanisms of action, and advance them toward preclinical
development through innovative screening, analytical, and genomic
approaches.
Position Type
Research
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
109S
Expected Hiring Range:
$67,855.00 - $95,845.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Associate-Research-Scientist_R138549
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