Postdoctoral Fellow in Cancer Drug Discovery (Structural and Chemical Biology)
- H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
- Location: Tampa, FL
- Job Number: 7143936 (Ref #: 54050)
- Posting Date: May 5, 2023
- Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
The Schönbrunn lab in the department of Drug Discovery at the Moffitt Cancer Center is seeking to hire a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to work on structural studies of diverse proteins involved in cancer cell signaling and epigenetics. Our lab is pursuing multidisciplinary projects in collaboration with medicinal chemists, biologists and clinicians aimed at the development of novel inhibitors and small molecule degraders as chemical probes and potential therapeutics. The position provides opportunities in drug discovery and chemical biology methodology including the structural, biochemical, and cell-based characterization of drug-target interactions. For an overview of our research visit our web site at https://lab.moffitt.org/schonbrunn/.
Position Highlight:
Join an interdisciplinary team to develop new agents with novel mechanisms of action using structural, computational, biochemical, and cell-based methods.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Successful candidates have a strong background in structural biology and biochemistry with a keen interest in drug discovery research.
• Prior experience is required with some of the following techniques, but applicants with related skill sets are encouraged to apply
o Protein crystallography or cryo-electron microscopy
o Large scale protein expression and purification using insect and/or mammalian cell cultures
o Molecular and cell biology
o Biochemical and/or cell-based assay development
o Computational predictive modeling and/or data analytics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Responsibilities:
• Performing investigational studies of protein-inhibitor and protein-protein complexes using structural and biochemical techniques
• Designing and performing experiments independently and analyzing data.
• Participate in data interpretation and crafting of manuscripts for publication.
Credentials and Qualifications:
PhD in structural biology, chemical biology, biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry or related field.
Moffitt is the only Florida cancer center to receive the National Cancer Institute comprehensive designation for its scientific excellence and offers unique opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations at the forefront of finding new cancer cures.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should include a single PDF file by email that includes:
• a cover letter outlining the candidate’s motivation and suitability
• a summary of research accomplishments (4 pages maximum)
• current CV with recent publications and contact information for three references
For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Dr. Ernst Schonbrunn via email – [email protected].
Moffitt Postdocs are provided with Medical (Moffitt covers premium for team member) effective upon start date and eligible for Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. You may be eligible for relocation assistance per policy. Reason to relocate, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city that provides its residents a high quality of life. The Tampa Bay area has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and so much more.
If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,
then we have a place for you.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Moffitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. Moffitt seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
Position Highlight:
Join an interdisciplinary team to develop new agents with novel mechanisms of action using structural, computational, biochemical, and cell-based methods.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Successful candidates have a strong background in structural biology and biochemistry with a keen interest in drug discovery research.
• Prior experience is required with some of the following techniques, but applicants with related skill sets are encouraged to apply
o Protein crystallography or cryo-electron microscopy
o Large scale protein expression and purification using insect and/or mammalian cell cultures
o Molecular and cell biology
o Biochemical and/or cell-based assay development
o Computational predictive modeling and/or data analytics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Responsibilities:
• Performing investigational studies of protein-inhibitor and protein-protein complexes using structural and biochemical techniques
• Designing and performing experiments independently and analyzing data.
• Participate in data interpretation and crafting of manuscripts for publication.
Credentials and Qualifications:
PhD in structural biology, chemical biology, biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry or related field.
Moffitt is the only Florida cancer center to receive the National Cancer Institute comprehensive designation for its scientific excellence and offers unique opportunities for interdisciplinary collaborations at the forefront of finding new cancer cures.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should include a single PDF file by email that includes:
• a cover letter outlining the candidate’s motivation and suitability
• a summary of research accomplishments (4 pages maximum)
• current CV with recent publications and contact information for three references
For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Dr. Ernst Schonbrunn via email – [email protected].
Moffitt Postdocs are provided with Medical (Moffitt covers premium for team member) effective upon start date and eligible for Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. You may be eligible for relocation assistance per policy. Reason to relocate, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city that provides its residents a high quality of life. The Tampa Bay area has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and so much more.
If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,
then we have a place for you.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Moffitt is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. Moffitt seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.
Mission To create a Moffitt culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion as we strive to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Vision To advance and accelerate a culture of access, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is a priority at Moffitt and is meant "to promote a culture of diversity and inclusion as we contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer." The Enterprise Equity Department focuses its efforts on eliminating those obstacles to an individual’s ability to exist within their personal comfort zone at the cancer center. Everyone is important to meeting this priority. Addressing and responding to diversity and inclusion fosters an environment where mutual respect for diverse cultures, communication styles, languages, customs, beliefs, values, traditions, experiences and other ways in which we identify ourselves, is the expectation.
