Post-Doctoral Associate: Research in Medicinal Chemistry Wang Lab; Medicinal Chemistry Dept
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Drug Discovery, Pharmaceutical Science/ Research, Medicinal Chemist
Post-Doctoral Associate:
Research in Medicinal Chemistry in Jun Wang Lab (Medicinal Chemistry Dept)
This will be a one-year appointment with the possibility of a second year. Please submit i) a complete CV; ii) a one-page statement that includes research accomplishments, research interests, and motivation to apply for the position; and iii) the name and contact details for 3 academic referees.
Position DetailsRecruitment/Posting Title
- Post-Doctoral Associate:
Research in Medicinal Chemistry in Jun Wang Lab (Medicinal Chemistry Dept)
Department
- Medicinal Chemistry
Salary Details - A minimum of $63968
Offer Information
- The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
- Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Posting Summary
- The Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey is seeking a post-doctoral associate to join the laboratory of Dr Jun Wang within the Department of Medicinal Chemistry on or about November 3, 2025. The successful candidates will participate in NIH-funded research projects in designing and developing small molecule antivirals targeting emerging and re-emerging viruses.
Position Status
- Full Time
Posting Number - 25FA0947
Posting Open Date - 10/06/2025
Posting Close Date - 10/05/2028
Minimum Education and Experience - A Ph.D. in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry or a similar science field is required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Candidates must be able to:
Design retro-synthesis routes for screening hits and perform structure-activity relationship studies Optimize the in vitro and in vivo pharmacokinetic properties of lead compounds Interpret structure activity relationship and structure property relationship results and design corresponding optimization strategies Participate in and present results and literature in group meetings and department seminars Write manuscripts for publication and present results in conferences (Excellent verbal and writing skills are a plus) Conduct literature search skills, and have the ability to design and improve synthetic routes to support SAR studies and deliver compounds in large scale in a timely manner Perform molecular modeling including docking is a plus
Candidates must have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a diverse group and be willing to learn techniques and methodologies. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative and able to maintain excellent documentation of their work.
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