Chemistry

Reed College offers an exceptional benefits package, including a comprehensive and cost-free medical and dental insurance option for you (Reed pays 60% on medical and dental insurance premiums for your dependent), 403(b) retirement plan with 10% employer contribution (after one year of service), educational assistance for employees and their children, 22 days of paid vacation, paid holidays, half-day Fridays in the summer, and many other campus amenities. This is a full-time, non-exempt role with typical work hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a one hour unpaid lunch

The Salary range for this position is between $20-$23/hr. Pay offers are dependent on experience and are determined in conjunction with an internal pay equity assessment. This is a non-exempt position on grade 4. Please note that this is a closed pool recruitment and only Reed College 2024 graduates will be considered.

• You have hands-on experience with protein expression, purification, and characterization techniques. For example, size exclusion chromatography
• You have familiarity with structural biology methods such as X-ray crystallography and/or cryo-electron microscopy is desirable
• You enjoy mentoring undergraduates from a variety of individual backgrounds
• You are enthusiastic about learning and contributing to scientific advancements
• You have strong communication and collaboration skills

• Perform protein expression, purification, and crystallization
• Conduct X-ray crystallography experiments and analyze structural data
• Assist with biochemical and biophysical characterization of protein-ligand interactions
• Contribute to the design and execution of experiments
• Maintain detailed records of experiments and results
• Stay current with relevant scientific literature and contribute to project discussions
• Mentor undergraduate students in the lab
• Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive work environment

• Must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology by May 14, 2024
• Only Reed new graduates will be considered for this position.
• Demonstrated experience with biochemical and structural biology research methods

Reed College is committed to building a culturally inclusive community and a work environment that respects and inspires every person. Your unique skills, work history, cultural contributions, and lived experiences are essential to building this community. Members of historically marginalized groups including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color), those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ community, those who have served in the military, and members of other underrepresented communities are invited to apply.

Accessibility

For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Reed College, please call 503-517-4000 or email hr@reed.edu.