Postdoctoral in Medicinal Chemistry: The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Oxford is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Medicinal Chemistry and Antimicrobial Resistance. This 12-month role, supervised by Dr. Thomas Lanyon-Hogg, is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative approaches in combating antimicrobial resistance. The project, funded by the Medical Research Council, will be conducted in collaboration with the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology at the University of Oxford.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Designation | Postdoctoral Research Assistant |
| Research Area | Medicinal Chemistry and Antimicrobial Resistance |
| Location | Department of Pharmacology, University of Oxford, Mansfield Road, Oxford OX1 3QT |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD/DPhil in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, or Chemical Biology, with experience in small molecule and peptide synthesis and medicinal chemistry. |
| Job Description | See below |
| How to Apply | Submit applications by 12:00 on November 24, 2023, through the University’s official application portal. |
| Last Date for Apply | November 24, 2023 |
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Medicinal Chemistry and Antimicrobial Resistance
- Join a research team working on innovative approaches to combat antimicrobial resistance.
- Design and synthesize small molecules and peptides, transitioning synthetic strategies to automated platforms.
- Collaborate with world-leading researchers in the Lanyon-Hogg group.
- Contribute to a significant area of unmet medical need.
- Fixed-term position for 12 months, starting from mid-January 2024.
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- PhD/DPhil in Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, or Chemical Biology.
- Experience in small molecule and peptide synthesis and medicinal chemistry.
- Knowledge of automated synthesis, antibiotic drug discovery, and biochemistry/microbiology is advantageous.
How to Apply: Submit applications through the University of Oxford’s official application portal by 12:00 on November 24, 2023. Ensure compliance with specific project requirements outlined in the advertisement.
Last Date for Apply: 24 November 2023
