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Combinatorial Chemistry - Scientist 4

Job Family:
Research and Development

Description:
Utilizes technologies and directs research to generate a large number of samples of (new) chemicals, which are then tested for potential use (e.g., for therapeutic effect, in the case of a pharmaceutical). These large numbers of chemical samples, thus generated, are called a library and are screened (e.g., for therapeutic effect) via a variety of laboratory, biosensor, computational, receptor, or animal tests. Designs synthesis, and analysis of combinatorial libraries through standard and parallel synthesis. Techniques applied may encompass solid and/or solution phase synthesis. May participate in scientific conferences and contribute to scientific journals.

Level:
Level 4

Sub-Segment:
None

Type:
PhD scientist

Education and Experience Requirement:
Normally requires a PhD in a scientific discipline, and a minimum of 8+ years related experience, may include post doctoral experience. Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts. Reputation as emerging leader in field with sustained perfor

Last Updated:
3/12/2006

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