University of Chicago
Staff Scientist – Medical Chemistry
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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BSD MED - Genetic Medicine - Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT) Department
BSD MED - Genetic Medicine - Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT)
About The Department
The Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT) at the University of Chicago is newly established and dedicated to interdisciplinary and translational research that bridges chemical biology and clinical applications. Co-directed by Dr. Hening Lin and Dr. Chuan He, the Center fosters collaboration between chemists, biologists, engineers, and clinical scientists to advance drug discovery and therapeutic development. CCBT will organize monthly faculty meetings, symposiums, workshops, and students/postdoc seminars to enhance collaboration across different fields. The Center will also build a Therapeutic Core Facility to support drug discovery efforts. This staff scientist position will lead the medicinal chemistry effort of the Therapeutic Core Facility.
Job Summary
The Staff Scientist will play a key role in supporting and advancing the research initiatives of CCBT. The ideal candidate will have expertise in medicinal chemistry, organic synthesis, chemical biology, fragment-based drug discovery, library screening, lead optimization, assay development, and will contribute to experimental design, project execution, data analysis, and scientific communication. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment while driving innovative therapeutic discoveries.
Responsibilities
Lead the medicinal chemistry efforts in the Therapeutic Core Facility. Design and perform experiments in areas such as fragment-based drug discovery, high-throughput screening, chemical synthesis, drug solubility, membrane permeability, liver microsome stability, PK/PD. Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, and students to facilitate research programs. Provide technical expertise, mentorship, and training to junior researchers. Participate in grant writing, manuscript preparation, patent application, and scientific presentations. Oversee research operations, equipment maintenance, and laboratory protocols of the Therapeutic Core. Support the development of the Therapeutic Core Facility by optimizing workflows and methodologies. Coordinate with external partners, core facilities, and funding agencies as needed. Train and supervise non-PhD level lab technicians/assistants. Follow all research safety regulations and ensure that the Therapeutic Core Facility operates in a safe environment. Assist the Center Directors in areas as needed. Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information. Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research. Performs other related work as needed.
Education
Minimum Qualifications
Work Experience
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
Research experience in a related job discipline as evidenced by high-quality publications.
Preferred Competencies
Strong experimental and analytical skills in medicinal chemistry. Proven track record of scientific publications and research contributions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Strong manuscript and proposal writing skills. Ability to work with people from different backgrounds. Strong problem-solving skills.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. Seniority level
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Staff Scientist – Medical Chemistry
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University of Chicago Join to apply for the
Staff Scientist – Medical Chemistry
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University of Chicago Department
BSD MED - Genetic Medicine - Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT) Department
BSD MED - Genetic Medicine - Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT)
About The Department
The Center for Chemical Biology and Therapeutics (CCBT) at the University of Chicago is newly established and dedicated to interdisciplinary and translational research that bridges chemical biology and clinical applications. Co-directed by Dr. Hening Lin and Dr. Chuan He, the Center fosters collaboration between chemists, biologists, engineers, and clinical scientists to advance drug discovery and therapeutic development. CCBT will organize monthly faculty meetings, symposiums, workshops, and students/postdoc seminars to enhance collaboration across different fields. The Center will also build a Therapeutic Core Facility to support drug discovery efforts. This staff scientist position will lead the medicinal chemistry effort of the Therapeutic Core Facility.
Job Summary
The Staff Scientist will play a key role in supporting and advancing the research initiatives of CCBT. The ideal candidate will have expertise in medicinal chemistry, organic synthesis, chemical biology, fragment-based drug discovery, library screening, lead optimization, assay development, and will contribute to experimental design, project execution, data analysis, and scientific communication. This position provides an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment while driving innovative therapeutic discoveries.
Responsibilities
Lead the medicinal chemistry efforts in the Therapeutic Core Facility. Design and perform experiments in areas such as fragment-based drug discovery, high-throughput screening, chemical synthesis, drug solubility, membrane permeability, liver microsome stability, PK/PD. Collaborate with faculty, postdocs, and students to facilitate research programs. Provide technical expertise, mentorship, and training to junior researchers. Participate in grant writing, manuscript preparation, patent application, and scientific presentations. Oversee research operations, equipment maintenance, and laboratory protocols of the Therapeutic Core. Support the development of the Therapeutic Core Facility by optimizing workflows and methodologies. Coordinate with external partners, core facilities, and funding agencies as needed. Train and supervise non-PhD level lab technicians/assistants. Follow all research safety regulations and ensure that the Therapeutic Core Facility operates in a safe environment. Assist the Center Directors in areas as needed. Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information. Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research. Performs other related work as needed.
Education
Minimum Qualifications
Work Experience
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience
Research experience in a related job discipline as evidenced by high-quality publications.
Preferred Competencies
Strong experimental and analytical skills in medicinal chemistry. Proven track record of scientific publications and research contributions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Strong manuscript and proposal writing skills. Ability to work with people from different backgrounds. Strong problem-solving skills.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. Seniority level
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