Summary
An accomplished medicinal chemist and drug discovery researcher with over 20 years of academic and industrial research experience is seeking opportunities as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Scientist in academia, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical research. The candidate brings extensive expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, translational drug discovery, and multidisciplinary therapeutic development, with a strong track record in small-molecule design, lead optimization, and cancer research.
Postdoctoral Fellow / Scientist Position in Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Discovery
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Scientist |
| Research Area | Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Discovery, Organic Chemistry |
| Current Affiliation | Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of Miami |
| Academic Position | Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry, Suez Canal University, Egypt |
| Education | Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, University of Zurich, Switzerland |
| Experience | 20+ Years |
| Employment Type | Postdoctoral or Scientist Position |
| Preferred Sectors | Academia, Biotech, Pharmaceutical Industry |
| Location | Open to Opportunities Worldwide |
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Scientist – Medicinal Chemistry & Drug Discovery
Research Area
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Drug Discovery and Development
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
- Small-Molecule Therapeutics
- Structure–Activity Relationship (SAR) Studies
- Lead Optimization
- Steroid Chemistry
- Anticancer Drug Discovery
- Chemical Biology
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Computational Drug Design (CADD)
- Cancer Research
Location
Open to opportunities in academic institutions, biotechnology companies, and pharmaceutical organizations worldwide.
Eligibility / Qualification
- Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or a closely related discipline.
- More than 20 years of combined research and academic experience.
- Strong expertise in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.
- Demonstrated experience in drug discovery and therapeutic development.
- Proven track record in multidisciplinary and translational research projects.
- Experience collaborating across chemistry, biology, and pharmacology research teams.
Job Description
The successful candidate offers extensive expertise in the design, synthesis, and optimization of novel small-molecule therapeutics. Research experience includes:
- Conducting SAR-driven medicinal chemistry programs.
- Designing and synthesizing biologically active compounds.
- Leading lead optimization efforts for drug candidates.
- Advancing anticancer drug discovery initiatives.
- Developing steroid-based therapeutic agents.
- Applying computational approaches such as molecular docking and CADD.
- Utilizing advanced analytical techniques including NMR, LC-MS, and HPLC for compound characterization.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to accelerate translational research and therapeutic development.
- Contributing to innovative projects at the interface of chemistry, biology, and pharmacology.
Core Expertise
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Multi-step Organic Synthesis
- Small-Molecule Drug Design
- Structure–Activity Relationship (SAR) Analysis
- Lead Optimization
- Anticancer Drug Discovery
- Steroid Chemistry
- Chemical Biology
- Molecular Docking and CADD
- Analytical and Structural Characterization
How to Apply
Organizations, hiring managers, principal investigators, and collaborators interested in discussing potential opportunities are encouraged to connect directly.
Email: emadgad@miami.edu
Applications, networking inquiries, collaborative opportunities, and research discussions are welcome.
Last Date for Apply
Open Until Filled (Applications and inquiries are accepted on a rolling basis).







