Senior Research Fellow (Organic Chemist/Polymer Chemist)

The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) invites applications for the position of Senior Research Fellow. 

Key Responsibilities: 

The Senior Research Fellow will design and synthesize new antibacterial drugs. He/she will also work with Post-doctoral fellows to achieve the project goals.

Will develop and execute experiments aimed at the design and synthesis of small and oligomeric antibacterial drugs which may include heterocyclic compounds, azole compounds, etc. He / she will also do the structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of the drug activities and toxicity.  This includes:

• Prepare technical reports for the program PIs and present data at regular group meetings.

• Draft research publications/proposals.

• Supervise PHD students.

• Assist with organization and management of the research team, such as upkeeping of laboratory safety, procurement, Goods Receive, lab safety, report, and proposal preparation, etc.

Job Requirements: 

• PHD degree in organic chemistry, chemistry, materials science or related fields.

• Capacity to develop and interpret small molecule drug structure-activity relationship, antimicrobial activity.

• Expertise in multi-step organic synthetic chemistry and knowledge in carbene chemistry will be advantages.

• Expertise in developing and interpreting experiments SAR for drug design will be advantageous.

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written, as well as organizational 

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU

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