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Postdoctoral Associate - Blackmond Lab - Chemistry

The Blackmond Lab at Scripps Research is seeking highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Associates to join our team. Successful candidates will conduct kinetic and mechanistic studies of complex catalytic reaction networks, contributing to cutting-edge research in chemistry. Candidates should have a PhD in chemistry and a strong background in synthetic organic chemistry. Positions are initially for one year, with the option to extend, starting January 2026.

Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.

Make Scripps Research your next step to advance and develop your career.

Must possess a doctoral degree. A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.

Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California's exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $68,640- $73,230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
• Free, on-site parking.
• Pet Insurance

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.