Postdoctoral Position in Chemical Neuroscience
Job Description: An interdisciplinary postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Prof. Tim Storr, Simon Fraser University (SFU), Burnaby, Greater Vancouver, Canada. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to develop small-molecule binding ligands for protein deposits associated with neurodegenerative disease. Making use of the new Chemical Screening Centre at SFU the successful candidate will generate initial leads via high-throughput fluorescence binding assays, followed by compound synthesis and SAR analysis. Promising compounds will then be further studied in cell and animal models, including eventual radioisotope incorporation for imaging agent development. The successful candidate will work in an exciting environment collaborating with a number of research groups at SFU, and also at the Tri-University Meson Facility (TRIUMF).
Qualifications: PhD in medicinal chemistry or chemical biology, experience in assay development, SAR analysis, high-throughput screening, and small-molecule synthesis. In addition, a strong publication record, ability to speak and write effectively in English, and strong team skills are needed.
The qualified candidate will benefit from working in a dynamic environment using state-of-the art technology to develop new diagnostic tools for neurodegenerative diseases. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with a possible second year based on mutual agreement.
Send a cover letter, CV, and names/contact info for 3 references to Prof. Tim Storr ([email protected]). Applications will be processed as they arrive, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Starting date: Flexible, preferably summer 2016.
Qualifications: PhD in medicinal chemistry or chemical biology, experience in assay development, SAR analysis, high-throughput screening, and small-molecule synthesis. In addition, a strong publication record, ability to speak and write effectively in English, and strong team skills are needed.
The qualified candidate will benefit from working in a dynamic environment using state-of-the art technology to develop new diagnostic tools for neurodegenerative diseases. The initial appointment will be for 1 year with a possible second year based on mutual agreement.
Send a cover letter, CV, and names/contact info for 3 references to Prof. Tim Storr ([email protected]). Applications will be processed as they arrive, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Starting date: Flexible, preferably summer 2016.
Graduate Student Positions
There are a number of openings for graduate students in the group in the area of medicinal chemistry. Please contact Prof. Tim Storr with your CV and transcripts if interested.