Innovation Postdoctoral Fellow, Peptide or LMW Delivery of New Drug Modality

Role: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in biomedical research focused on targeted delivery of oligonucleotides using peptides and low-molecular-weight ligands, aiming to advance CNS drug delivery. Responsibilities: design and synthesize functional small molecules and bioconjugates, evaluate their properties with analytical techniques, develop innovative chemical biology approaches, and communicate findings through presentations and publications. Requirements: PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (conferred in 2026), strong synthetic/medicinal chemistry experience, proven research achievements, and commitment to scientific growth. Preferred: background in drug delivery, biomolecule conjugation, CNS research, and experience with highly unmet medical needs. HighValue: CNS, oligonucleotide/peptide therapeutics, chemical biology, drug delivery, preclinical research, emphasis on bioconjugation and pharmacokinetics. WorkSetup: onsite San Diego; full-time, up to three years, with strong mentorship and collaboration opportunities.