Doctoral Researcher in Organic Chemistry Job at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (Jena)

Senior Scientist, Early Formulation Science and Drug Delivery, Drug Product Design

This position will be reporting into the Early Formulation Science and Drug Deli...

Location

United States , La Jolla

Salary:

90900.00 - 151500.00 USD / Year

Pfizer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Recent PhD with 0-3 year post-doctoral experience, MS with 7+ years experience, or BS with 8+ years experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Physics, Physical Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, or Pharmaceutical Sciences
Experience working independently and collaboratively in a laboratory environment

Job Responsibility

Evaluate the physicochemical properties of potential small molecule drug candidates to inform a drug product formulation strategy and developability risk assessment
Design and develop fit for purpose and diagnostic traditional and enabled formulations for preclinical studies
Design, execute, and interpret the results of polymorph and salt screens for potential drug candidates related to stability, manufacturability, and bio-performance
Apply first principles understanding of thermodynamics and kinetic processes to dissolution and precipitation of drugs in biorelevant conditions and physical and chemical stability in the solid state
Work in cross-disciplinary teams and partner with subject matter experts in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacokinetics & Drug Metabolism, and Clinical Pharmacology departments to influence candidate selection and progression
Develop strategic collaborations with academic and industrial researchers for addressing gaps in fundamental or applied science related to the pharmaceutical sciences
Conduct novel research and present significant findings via internal and external presentations or publications

What we offer

401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
paid vacation, holiday and personal days
paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary
eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program
Relocation support available

Fulltime

Research Scientist

As a Research Scientist, this role is responsible for developing and continuousl...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

Not provided

Valvoline

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum B.S. in Chemistry or Engineering Discipline with direct experience
Masters or Doctorate in Tribology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Automotive/Materials Engineering Preferred
Experience formulating finished lubricants, either for an oil marketer, additive supplier or base oil manufacturer
Knowledge of transmission, gear, and EV specifications and qualification procedures is advantageous
Experience with analytical test methods and laboratory methods is beneficial, especially surface evaluation such as SEM
Candidate should have experience organizing and managing complex projects and working with tight deadlines
Knowledge of the lubricant market, including competitors and product landscape
Mathematical modeling of Driveline hardware
Collaborative skills to advance projects both internally and externally
Strong communication/presentation skills

Job Responsibility

Work with a Safety First mindset
Lead the formulation development of new EV lubricant fluids including those for hybrid transmissions and battery electric vehicles by evaluating and selecting additives, base oils, and other materials to meet differentiated performance requirements set by OEMs
Understand the mechanical requirements of EV hardware and applications to formulate products to meet the needs of an EV lubricant
Able to complete a root cause failure analysis if needed
Assist in the development of new Driveline lubricant fluids for China region, including those for light-duty and heavy-duty transmissions, gear oils, and transfer cases by evaluating and selecting additives, base oils, and other materials to meet differentiated performance and product application requirements
Present data and claims of Valvoline products to technical and engineering teams during customer meetings in support of the Valvoline OEM team
Design and manage novel testing protocols to validate new product formulations in support of differentiated claims, product licensing, OEM approvals, and regulatory compliance
Support Product Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Key Accounts, and Customer Care by delivering technical expertise, product training, and guidance on performance claims
Lead a team of scientists, ensuring safety compliance while providing direction and mentorship to support successful project execution and career growth
Provide technical support to Valvoline's blending plants, including production troubleshooting, new product introductions, and updates to quality specifications

What we offer

Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with employer base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
Incentive opportunity
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts

Senior Researcher - Battery Materials

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-ce...

Location

United States , Warren

Salary:

Not provided

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field with demonstrated research capability in battery materials or electrochemistry
2+ years post doctorate relevant industry experience
In-depth knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies in battery research and development
Hands-on experience in battery material synthesis, processing, and electrochemical characterization techniques
Proven ability to generate innovative ideas, propose, plan, and execute research projects
Ability to design, execute, and document experiments for material development and evaluation
Strong capability to analyze and interpret experimental data and link results to underlying mechanisms
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Ability to lead technical discussions within project and team settings
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with GM internal and external partners

Job Responsibility

Design and synthesize novel battery cathode materials, including active materials and surface or bulk modifications
Perform material-level characterization and analysis, correlating structure, morphology, and properties with performance
Lead battery electrode formulation optimization and cell integration as needed
Conduct battery cell performance evaluation, failure mode diagnosis, and root-cause analysis, followed by design and process optimization
Generate innovative ideas and propose new R&D projects
Develop and execute technical work plans, from concept through development and evaluation to meet customer needs
Lead research and/or experiments to collect required data and validate research ideas in developing
Lead technical discussion reviews
Communicate ideas, plans, and results effectively through presentations and written reports
Manage relationships and grow partnership with diverse stakeholders and collaborate across functions and organizations to meet project objectives

What we offer

Relocation benefits

Fulltime

Post-Doctoral Research Associate

The Center for Bioelectronics at Old Dominion University is seeking outstanding ...

Location

United States , Norfolk

Salary:

Not provided

Old Dominion University

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or a related field is required
Expertise in biomedical device (biosensor) prototype development, with working knowledge of FDA 510(k) requirements
Deep technical skills and knowledge of developing novel biosensor diagnostics and therapeutic devices using principles, materials, and structures that are implantable and wearable
Outstanding written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by a strong academic publication record and presentations at national conferences in a specific technical area
Ability to work on multiple projects with established deliverables, milestones, timelines and requirements
Ability to work and communicate effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, chemists, materials scientists, etc
A solid background in principles of electrical circuits and microfabrication processes
Experience with wearable and implantable sensor development, and other circuit development techniques
Understand the basic processing, properties and mechanics of soft materials
Experience with technical writing in the form of manuscripts, reports, standard operating procedures, and other documentation related to research, process development and associated specifications

Job Responsibility

Make key contributions to process development for organic materials integration (polymeric/ composite materials and molecularly imprinted polymers) to integrate sensors and bioelectronic devices
Responsible for designing, documenting, and implementing materials synthesis techniques pertaining to polymeric films, “smart” materials exhibiting multi-functionality, the design, development, and prototyping of biosensors and bioelectronic devices, and circuit design of wireless implantable and wearable devices
Play a key role in evaluating aging and compatibility of novel materials for implantable and wearable applications in broad collaboration with other researchers in the lab
Serve as a mentor for technicians and students

Fulltime

Associate Vice President for Research Computing

The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Research Computing serves as the senior e...

Location

United States of America , Rochester

Salary:

205245.00 - 328392.00 USD / Year

University of Rochester

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study.
Doctoral or advanced degree in a relevant field of study, advanced strongly preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in informatics and computational research, with at least 5 years in a leadership role preferred.
Experience as a faculty member in higher education preferred.
Experience working in research-intensive higher education environment preferred.
Deep understanding of the research lifecycle and advanced knowledge of HPC architectures, scientific software, cloud-based research environments, and large-scale data storage.
Working knowledge of scientific concepts in fields such as biology, biochemistry, genomic, imaging, chemistry, physics and data science / AI
Proven ability to lead large technical teams, foster faculty partnerships, and manage multimillion-dollar research computing portfolios.
Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively at all organization levels.
Broad IT experience including solutions architecture, application development, engineering, business analysis, and project management.

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and execution of a long-range strategic plan for research computing that supports the university’s R1 research mission, including investments in HPC, research storage, AI/ML environments, cloud platforms, secure data enclaves and staffing.
Collaborate with the Vice President for Research and IT, Deans, and faculty leaders to define institutional priorities, align resources, and support cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Represent the University in national and international consortia focused on research computing infrastructure, research data governance, and secure research computing.
Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on research policy, funding, and risk management related to advanced research computing.
Oversee Operations, performance, and lifecycle management of the University’s research computing environment, including HPC clusters and cloud platforms.
Lead cross-functional technical teams responsible for system design, user support, research application integration, and compliance with research security standards (e.g.NIST 800-171, FISMA)
Oversee service-level agreements, uptime metrics, downtime and maintenance procedures and communications and annual investment planning to ensure the environment remains resilient, scalable, and aligned with faculty needs.
Act as a campus-wide leader and trusted advisor to faculty and research teams across disciplines, proactively identifying research needs and aligning computational services accordingly.
Lead outreach, onboarding, and education programs that expand awareness of research computing services and improve access and usability for all research teams, especially those in emerging or underserved disciplines.
Oversee consultation and proposal development services that support grant applications, including effort related to compute budgeting, data management planning, and infrastructure letters of support.

Fulltime

Sr Scientist

We are seeking a motivated Senior Scientist in mass spectrometry-based proteomic...

Location

United States , Thousand Oaks

Salary:

127121.75 - 171988.25 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) with relevant experience
Master's degree and 4 years of directly related experience
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of directly related experience
Doctorate degree in proteomics, chemoproteomics, biochemistry, chemistry, or a related discipline
Strong track record in developing mass spectrometry-based proteomics assays, operating advanced platforms (e.g., Orbitrap Astral), and analyzing proteomics data
Experience with sample preparation miniaturization and automation platforms
3+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated innovation in assay, method, or platform development
Strong quantitative and computational expertise in high-dimensional proteomics data analysis
Ability to work effectively in a highly integrated, collaborative team environment, with excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, and a proven track record of producing reliable and reproducible results

Job Responsibility

Deliver critical insights to support target identification and drug discovery, while advancing innovative proteomics platform technologies
Contribute to both pipeline advancement and screening platform innovation by developing and implementing cutting-edge, high-throughput proteomics approaches
Execute automated sample preparation and mass spectrometry analyses across a range of assays
Design, optimize, and continuously enhance next-generation screening workflows and analytical platforms
Collaborate closely with chemistry, biology, and disease area teams as a technical and scientific subject matter expert, contributing to data-driven decision-making
Perform data analysis and generate insights into mechanism of action, target engagement, and selectivity using proteomics approaches
Present research findings at internal and external meetings and effectively communicate plans, results, and analyses to cross-functional teams
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of experiments, protocols, and analyses

What we offer

Health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals
Work/life balance
Career development opportunities
Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Group medical, dental and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives

Fulltime

New

Systems Administrator

Our client, a respected national industry training organisation, is seeking a de...

Location

New Zealand , Wellington Central

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

June 27, 2026

Requirements

Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and best practices
Proven experience in incident response, threat analysis, and risk management
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Windows/Linux, Azure, Active Directory, networking, and endpoint management
Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time management skills
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and provide excellent customer service

Job Responsibility

Manage the day-to-day operations and optimisation of the organisation’s digital infrastructure
Play a key role in proactively identifying vulnerabilities, reinforcing defensive controls, and contributing to the broader cybersecurity strategy and risk management framework
Conduct security incident investigations and assist with cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, and compliance activities (including supporting alignment with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0)
Ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of servers, networks, cloud services, business applications, and end-user systems
Administer and support Azure and AWS cloud platforms, Windows/Linux server environments, and key Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, Intune, and Entra ID)
Manage system upgrades, patching, disaster recovery, monitor infrastructure performance, and identify opportunities for automation
Provide Level 2/3 technical support to staff and stakeholders, maintaining endpoint protection, access controls, and email security tools

Fulltime

New

Clinical Research Assistant

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospi...

Location

United States , Boston

Salary:

41246.40 - 61339.20 USD / Year

Boston Children's Hospital

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Life Science
Strong interest in gynecology/women's health
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to pay strict attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and writing skills
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal direct supervision
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, REDCap, Microsoft Access and/or SAS desirable
Familiarity with basic lab practices and comfort handling bio specimens preferred
Ability to lift 40lb freezer racks is essential

Job Responsibility

Consents and enrolls patients for research studies
Reviews clinical information to identify patients meeting study inclusion criteria
Serves as liaison to families/patients in research studies
Coordinates follow up visits
Troubleshoots resolution of issues
Coordinates and prepares documentation for IRB submissions
Assists in developing supportive study documents
Assists with tracking and compilation of enrollment information
May assist with preparation of manuscripts
May help train and orient newly hired study personnel

What we offer

Flexible schedules
Affordable health, vision and dental insurance
Child care and student loan subsidies
Generous levels of time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement
Cell phone plan discounts
Discounted rates on T-passes

Fulltime

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