Summary
The University of Florida’s Bannister Laboratory is inviting applications for two Postdoctoral Associate positions at the Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology in Jupiter, Florida. The successful candidates will conduct research involving chemical synthesis and molecular design for biological applications, supporting drug-discovery research through experimental chemistry, molecular modeling, and biological project collaboration.
Postdoctoral Associate – Bannister Lab, University of Florida, USA
Designation
Postdoctoral Associate
Job Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | University of Florida |
| Laboratory | Bannister Lab |
| Institute | Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology |
| Position | Postdoctoral Associate |
| No. of Positions | 2 |
| Location | Jupiter, Palm Beach, Florida, USA |
| Job No. | 540874 |
| Salary | Commensurate with experience; aligned with NIH scale |
| Employment Type | Time-limited Postdoctoral Appointment |
| Application Status | Open until filled |
| Application Review Begins | August 14, 2026 |
| Health Assessment | Not required |
Research Area
Organic and medicinal chemistry, chemical synthesis, molecular design, molecular modeling, and small-molecule drug discovery.
Eligibility / Qualification
- A doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in an appropriate scientific discipline is required.
- A degree/background in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry is specifically required.
- Experience with molecular modeling is advantageous.
- Experience conducting structure–activity relationship (SAR) studies is preferred.
- Experience with high-throughput synthesis and/or solid-phase synthesis is desirable.
- Candidates should have strong laboratory, analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Associate will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and will:
- Design and synthesize molecules intended for biological studies.
- Review scientific literature and optimize experimental protocols.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and analyze experimental results.
- Operate and interpret data from NMR, HPLC, and LC-MS instrumentation.
- Work collaboratively within research and project teams.
- Help identify solutions to challenges associated with existing lead molecules.
- Present research findings during laboratory and project-team meetings, seminars, conferences, and symposia.
- Contribute to scientific publications and grant proposals.
- Use relevant computational and visualization tools, including ChemDraw and PyMOL Viewer, along with standard Microsoft Office applications.
The Bannister Laboratory conducts research at the intersection of modern chemistry and biomedical drug discovery, with collaborations involving biological and pharmacological researchers. (Bannister Lab)
Salary
The salary is commensurate with experience and aligned with the NIH salary scale. (Explore Jobs)
How to Apply
Applicants should apply online through the University of Florida employment portal and upload:
- Cover letter
- Current résumé/CV
- Names and email addresses of 3–5 professional references
The final candidate must provide an official transcript upon appointment. Degrees obtained outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credential-evaluation provider approved by NACES. Selected candidates will also be asked to give a 30–45 minute research seminar, either in person or via Zoom. (Explore Jobs)
Apply Online: University of Florida – Postdoctoral Associate, Bannister Lab
Last Date to Apply
Open until filled. There is no fixed closing date listed. Application review begins August 14, 2026, so early application is recommended. (Explore Jobs)
This position is particularly suitable for candidates with a Ph.D. in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry who want to work in interdisciplinary small-molecule drug discovery and chemical biology.
