Instructor – Medicinal Chemistry

About the role

Locations: Atlanta, Georgia Categories: Faculty and Faculty Equivalent Req ID: 170142 Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description Instructor (Faculty position) – Medicinal Chemistry Center of Viroscience and Cure, Laboratory of Biochemical Pharmacology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine Emory University The Department of Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine invites applications for a full-time Instructor (Faculty) position in Medicinal Chemistry. Emory University School of Medicine is committed to attracting outstanding faculty who will advance its mission of conducting innovative, high-impact research that improves health locally and globally. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary research team dedicated to antiviral drug discovery and development, with opportunities to contribute to the continued growth of the department's research and academic missions.   Minimum Qualifications   Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, or a closely related discipline. A minimum of three years of postdoctoral research experience in medicinal chemistry, synthetic organic chemistry, or a related field. Demonstrated expertise in the design and synthesis of small molecules for medicinal chemistry applications. Candidates with experience in nucleoside synthesis will be given special consideration. Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and evidence of scientific productivity. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including experience guiding research teams and mentoring junior scientists, are highly desirable. Position Responsibilities The instructor will lead and oversee a medicinal chemistry research program focused on the design, synthesis, and optimization of novel antiviral candidates. The successful candidate will be expected to: Design, synthesize, and characterize small molecule compounds using modern medicinal and synthetic organic chemistry approaches. Develop and conduct innovative research studies to advance drug discovery and preclinical development. Secure, manage, and expand externally funded research programs through competitive grant applications. The instructor will also take a leadership role in writing and submitting grant proposals to federal and private funding agencies and will be responsible for preparing comprehensive technical and scientific reports.Supervise and mentor research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and other trainees, providing scientific direction and fostering a collaborative and productive team environment. Collaborate with faculty members and institutional partners across multidisciplinary research programs. Guide experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation to ensure scientific rigor and reproducibility. Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, presentations at national and international scientific meetings, and technical reports. The candidate will be expected to represent the laboratory and Emory University through invited talks, oral presentations, and posters at major national and international conferences, effectively communicating research advancements to the broader scientific community. Contribute to the academic mission of the department through mentoring, collaborative research, and other scholarly activities.   This position offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a well-established antiviral drug discovery program while advancing innovative translational research within one of the nation's leading academic medical centers.   NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. 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