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Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Liau Lab)
Cambridge, MA
| Type: | Full-Time |
| Posted: | 09/25/2026 |
| Salary: | $67,600 - $80,000 per year |
School: Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department/Area: Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Position Description
The Liau Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The Liau Lab studies the molecular mechanisms underpinning biological processes, cancer mutations, and drug mechanism of action using chemical biology and genomics. We are collaborative and multidisciplinary, combining organic chemistry, cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and large-scale genetic screening in our research approach.
Basic Qualifications
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references' names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For more information, please visit our website at liaulab.com or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Joseph Lavin Associate Director of Academic Affairs Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University
12 Oxford Street Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email: lavin@chemistry.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600-$80,000, Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field
Minimum Number of References Required: 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
Keywords
chemistry, chemical biology, genomics
Department/Area: Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Position Description
The Liau Lab invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The Liau Lab studies the molecular mechanisms underpinning biological processes, cancer mutations, and drug mechanism of action using chemical biology and genomics. We are collaborative and multidisciplinary, combining organic chemistry, cell and molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and large-scale genetic screening in our research approach.
Basic Qualifications
- A Ph. D. in a relevant field
- Demonstrated record of research achievement.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references' names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
For more information, please visit our website at liaulab.com or contact the department directly.
Please note: This position is contingent upon funding and satisfactory performance.
Contact Information
Joseph Lavin Associate Director of Academic Affairs Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology Harvard University
12 Oxford Street Cambridge MA 02138
Contact Email: lavin@chemistry.harvard.edu
Salary Range
$67,600-$80,000, Pay offered to the selected candidate is dependent on factors such as years of experience, training or qualification, field of scholarship, and accomplishments in the field
Minimum Number of References Required: 2
Maximum Number of References Allowed: 3
Keywords
chemistry, chemical biology, genomics
