Postdoctoral Training Fellow: The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Training Fellow to join the In Silico Medicinal Chemistry group within the Division of Cancer Therapeutics. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support and accelerate drug discovery projects using innovative computational chemistry methods.
Summary Table
| Title | Postdoctoral Training Fellow |
|---|---|
| Location | Sutton (Greater London) |
| Department | In Silico Medicinal Chemistry |
| Salary | £35,844 to £48,224 |
| Contract Type | Fixed term |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Hours per Week | 35 hours (Full Time) |
| Closing Date | 21st June 2024 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Training Fellow
Research Area
In Silico Medicinal Chemistry, Computational Chemistry
Location
Sutton (Greater London)
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Computational Chemistry or a related field.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in computational chemistry methods.
- Eligible for ICR Sponsorship for Visa applications.
- Maximum of 7 years as a Postdoctoral Training Fellow at ICR; total postdoctoral experience should not exceed 10 years.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Collaborate with in-house experts in various disciplines such as chemistry, biology, bioinformatics, and structural biology.
- Work on all stages of drug discovery projects, from early target validation to candidate selection.
- Apply innovative computational chemistry methods to accelerate drug discovery projects.
- Participate in a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment led by Dr. Andrea Scarpino.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by submitting their application through the ICR job portal by the closing date of 21st June 2024. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr. Andrea Scarpino via email at andrea.scarpino@icr.ac.uk. Additional information and the job pack can be accessed on the ICR website.
Last Date to Apply
21st June 2024
Additional Information
- Salary is dependent on relevant postdoctoral experience, with future progression based on annual performance review.
- If the PhD is not yet awarded, the starting salary will be £35,844 until the successful completion of the viva.
- The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants and offers various staff benefits.
- We encourage applications from all candidates, especially those from under-represented backgrounds in STEM roles.
For more information about working at ICR and the benefits offered, please visit the ICR website.
Apply now to join a world-leading cancer research institute and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in cancer therapeutics.
