Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position in Victoria University, New Zealand
Designation/Position- Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position
Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand invites application for Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position from eligible and interested candidates
About- The Ferrier Research Institute of Victoria University of Wellington is a leader in Carbohydrate Chemistry research and development, with programs in drug discovery, vaccine development and chemical biology. Our team of 30 professional scientists is located in well-equipped laboratories at the Gracefield Innovation Quarter in Lower Hutt, and facilities at Kelburn, New Zealand. Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position
Research/Job Area- Organic chemistry
Location- Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Eligibility/Qualification–
The ideal candidates will have expertise in synthetic organic chemistry.
Minimum requirements
- PhD that includes synthetic organic chemistry
- Evidence of research outputs including publications in top chemistry journals
- Great computer literacy
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Excellent team player and ability to collaborate effectively
- Legally entitled to work in New Zealand if not a New Zealand citizen (by obtaining an appropriate visa)
Useful experience, but not essential
- Post-doctoral experience
- Expertise in carbohydrate chemistry
Job/Position Description- Research group is looking to recruit a PhD graduate. The position will be a two-year fixed term postdoctoral role to carry out the synthetic and analytical chemistry required for government and commercially funded drug discovery and development projects. Some of this work is done through our joint venture with GlycoSyn (www.glycosyn.com).
Research group want motivated individuals who can work well in a highly collaborative team environment and who can contribute to intellectual property generation and to publications in leading journals and/or reports to clients. You will work on designing and carrying out synthetic routes to novel products. Many of these products require the ability to solve complex synthetic and analytical problems. We will provide an environment in which creativity, experimental research and client focus are valued in the production of applied products.
How to Apply- Please complete the online application form and submit your CV and cover letter by attachment at
For Contact- Ferrier@vuw.ac.nz
Last Date for Apply– 5 May 2019
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