Postdoctoral Associate in Medicinal Chemistry: The University of Oxford is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Medicinal Chemistry, funded by NovoNordisk. The role involves optimizing small molecule modulators of metabolic function and discovering new targets using human cellular models.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Medicinal Chemistry
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Medicinal Chemistry
Research Area
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Chemical Biology
- Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Location
Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3TA, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a relevant subject area (or be close to completion).
- Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry, including:
- Compound optimization for in vivo proof of concept studies
- De novo drug design/development
- At least two of the following: asymmetric synthesis, chemical biology, amino acid chemistry, nucleotide chemistry, sugar/amino sugar chemistry
- Expertise in modern organic synthesis and a strong working knowledge of medicinal chemistry.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Manage their own academic research and administrative activities, including small-scale project management.
- Coordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
- Test hypotheses and analyze scientific data from various sources.
- Review and refine working hypotheses as appropriate.
The position is available as soon as possible for a period of up to 2 years under the supervision of Professor Angela Russell.
How to Apply
Applications must be made online and should include:
- A supporting statement (no more than 5 pages) explaining how you meet the selection criteria.
- A CV.
Please do not submit certificates, references, or research papers at this stage.
For application materials and more information, contact:
- Email: recruitment@chem.ox.ac.uk
Last Date to Apply
Closing Date: 16th April 2025, 12.00 midday (UK time)
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
This position is particularly encouraged for women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts at Oxford.
