Recruitment for Research Associates

The NIH Chemical Genomics Center (NCGC) is a new facility within the National Human Genome Research Institute that will use the tools of small molecule discovery to develop chemical probes for the study of protein and cell functions
(see http://www.sciencemag.org/cgi/reprint/304/5678/1728a.pdf). The Center will perform automated high-throughput screening (HTS) on biological assays submitted by the biomedical research community and carry out chemistry optimization on confirmed hits to produce chemical probes.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join the Biomolecular Screening Division to implement all aspects of the assay development and screening. The NCGC will be a unique and exciting environment employing technologies on the cutting edge of small molecule screening and chemical genomics.

Candidates will perform the following duties:
?Perform assay optimization, automated HTS, hit profiling assays, and focused screens
?Maintain and manipulate mammalian cell lines.
?Operate automated systems, prepare assay reagents, and execute cell and protein-based assays
?Use molecular and cell biology techniques to implement and optimize assays
?Interact with chemists and informatics scientists to aid molecular probe development
?Contribute to the writing and publishing of scientific manuscripts.

Requirements
?BS in Biology, Chemistry or Bioengineering
?Team oriented and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
?Meticulous lab technique and recording, excellent computer skills
?Effective oral and written communication skills
?Pharmaceutical/biotech experience is a plus

Interested applicants should send curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation through our on-line application system at http://www.nhgri.nih.gov/apply. Applicants who cannot submit their materials electronically should submit their applications to:

[email protected]

NCGC Search Chair
National Human Genome Research Institute
9800 Medical Center Drive
MSC 3370
Bethesda, MD 20892-3370

Review of applications will continue until positions are filled.

For more information on the NCGC and NHGRI Intramural Program:

http://www.nhgri.nih.gov/intramural_research

For more information on the NIH Roadmap for Medical Research:

http://nihroadmap.nih.gov/moleclarlibraries/index.asp
http://grants1.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-RM-04-017.html

DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employer

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