Postdoctoral Associate

Required Qualifications: (as evidenced by an attached resume) Doctoral Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Organic Chemistry or a closely related field in hand by the start of the appointment. Preferred Qualifications: PhD or MD in Organic chemistry (secondary emphasis in synthetic chemistry and methodology development). Experience in fundamental organic synthesis and/or enantioselective methodology development. Experience using various spectroscopic and characterization techniques including NMR, IR, MS and HPLC. Experience in mentoring junior researchers. Brief Description of Duties: The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal Investigator Dr. Jeffrey Gustafson in the department of Chemistry. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University. We are searching for a highly motivated and creative researcher that will predominantly investigate the synthesis and characterization of pharmaceutically relevant atropisomers. In addition to candidates with backgrounds in organic chemistry, we also welcome candidates with backgrounds in Medicinal chemistry, chemical biology and organometallic chemistry provided that they have a strong interest in developing skills in organic synthesis and methodology. The candidate should also possess good verbal and written communication skills in English, the ability to work productively independently and in collaborative environments, possess strong problem-solving skills, experience in mentoring junior researchers, and a strong commitment to supporting a positive safety culture. Regular duties will include: Synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic molecules. Potential biological evaluations of small molecules Assist in preparing manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and/or preparing presentations for scientific conferences Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as needed Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission which may include attending scientific conferences and meetings, mentoring junior researchers, and upholding laboratory safety culture. Special Notes: This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. Visit The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to learn more about our postdoctoral community. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA. In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here. Visit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.