Assistant Project Scientist in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department

The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full time Assistant Project Scientist with an anticipated start date of early May 2025.

The Assistant Project Scientist will provide independent contribution to leading research efforts on NITEC related click chemistry to generate light- and ONOO-responsive probes, polymers, nanoparticles, hydrogels, and devices. Duties include synthesizing bio-functional polymers via controlled polymerization strategies (ROMP, RAFT, ATRP) for fabrication of stimuli-responsive hydrogels and smart devices. This position requires that you work with collaborators and lab members, guide and train them on all aspects of NITEC related click chemistry.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

PhD or foreign equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, or equivalent STEM field.

• 4 or more years of experience with controlled polymerizations (ROMP)
• 6 months or more experience with cell viability assays
• 4 or more years of experience with Organic synthesis skills
• 4 or more years of experience in spectroscopy (UV-Vis, plate readers)
• 4 or more years of Polymer Characterization (SEC-MALS, DLS)
• 4 or more years of Analytical chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry (ESI, LCMS, MALDI)

• Computations skills (MATLAB, Python, or equivalent)
• Strong writing skills
• Strong record of student mentorship/leadership
• TEM experience

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

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