Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Nocera Lab)
School: Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area: Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Position Description
The Nocera lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the research program to explore radical-based mechanistic enzymology, studying PCET within ribonucleotide reductase (RNR). This position is ideally suited for a candidate interested in an interdisciplinary approach using tools from biochemistry (UAA incorporation and protein labeling), steady-state and transient biophysical spectroscopies (i.e. transient laser spectroscopy), organic synthesis, and electrochemistry.
Responsibilities
- Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others
- Optimize and investigate new methods and technologies
- Prepare manuscripts, present findings at scientific meetings, and contribute to grant applications.
- Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students.
Basic Qualifications
- A Ph. D. in biochemistry, immunology, chemical or molecular biology or related field and 0+ years of experience
- Demonstrated record of research achievement.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team in a highly collaborative environment.
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references' names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For more information, please visit our website - https://www.nocera.harvard.edu/- or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Joseph Lavin Associate Director of Academic Affairs Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University
12 Oxford Street Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email: lavin@chemistry.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600
Minimum Number of References Required: 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
Keywords
biochemistry, biophysics, mechanistic enzymology
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