Research Fellow (Organic Chemist/Polymer Chemist)

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

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

• 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.
• Do the structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies of the drug activities and toxicity.
• Prepare technical reports for the program PIs and present data at regular group meetings.
• Draft research publications/proposals
• 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