PhD Scholarship in Organic Chemistry: The Laboratory of Glycochemistry and Agroresources of Amiens (LG2A) is seeking a motivated PhD student to join their team for a 36-month fully-funded position in organic chemistry. The research will focus on the synthesis of new modulators for Toll Like Receptors (TLR4) to regulate inflammation and neuro-inflammation.
PhD Scholarship in Organic Chemistry at UFR des Sciences
Designation:
PhD Student in Organic Chemistry
Research Area:
Synthesis of new modulators for Toll Like Receptors to regulate inflammation and neuro-inflammation
Location:
Laboratoire de Glycochimie et des Agroressources d’Amiens (LG2A)
UFR des Sciences, 33 rue Saint-Leu, F-80039 Amiens Cedex, France
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Must hold a Master 2 degree specialized in organic chemistry
- Solid knowledge in organic synthesis, bibliographic research (Reaxys), multi-step synthesis of sugars, purification, and characterization of new compounds
- Demonstrated enthusiasm, involvement, and motivation for the subject
- Ability to present research findings and propose future research directions
- Very good ranking in bachelor’s and master’s degrees is required
Job Description: The PhD candidate will:
- Synthesize new oligosaccharides with structural and functional diversity
- Expand the library of compounds for a Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) study
- Validate a molecular modelling study to determine decisive interactions between compounds and receptors
- Evaluate the interaction capabilities with a family of receptors involved in inflammation
- Work towards the discovery of new molecules targeting diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis
- Present and document research findings, while proposing new research avenues
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- CV
- Motivation Letter
- Transcripts and ranking of BSc and MSc degrees
- References/Recommendation letters
Send applications to:
- Email: sylvestre.toumieux@u-picardie.fr
- Email: jose.kovensky@u-picardie.fr
Last Date to Apply:
Please submit your application by [specific deadline, e.g., August 31, 2024].
