The role
A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the group of Prof Varinder Aggarwal for chemists with research experience in organic synthesis.
What will you be doing?
- Work on multiple projects simultaneously, particularly the design and synthesis of complex molecules, and the development of new synthetic methodology primarily based on organoboron chemistry.
- Work with the principal investigator to design, plan and orchestrate research projects within the team.
- Lead groups of undergraduate and postgraduate students, and less experienced postdoctoral members of the team.
- Organise and chair weekly organic synthesis problem sessions for the team.
- Help with the training and supervision of PhD and final year project students
You should apply if
- Recent experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
- Be able to plan and execute experimental work involved in organic syntheses successfully and safely with minimal supervision.
- The ability to analyse and optimise experimental results.
- The ability to take accurate and reliable records of work carried out.
- The ability to carry out, interpret and properly record the results of modern spectroscopic techniques, including NMR.
- Familiarity with online database searching e.g. Belstein, Reaxys and SciFinder for use in the selection and planning of experimental work.
- A first degree and PhD in Organic Chemistry.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to educate, interact effectively with and enthuse postgraduate students and post-doctoral colleagues.
- Academic Record: A body of published work in peer-reviewed learned journals relevant to the advertised post.
Please see the job description for further details.
Additional information
Contract type: Open ended with fixed funding until 01/06/2026
For informal queries, contact details: Professor Varinder Aggarwal, Telephone: ++44 (0)117 954 6315 , [email protected]
This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on 29/02/2024
Interviews are anticipated to take place on 08/03/24
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