Research Fellow in Synthetic Organic or Medicinal Chemistry (2 posts) (MAPCH1099)

Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Do you have an established background in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive universities?

We are looking for two ambitious, practical and enthusiastic scientists who can work well as part of an active team. As a Research Fellow, you will contribute to a multi-disciplinary project working on the development of small molecule inhibitors. 

There are two positions available, each working in the laboratory of Dr Richard Foster on one of the following Medical Research Council funded projects - further information about each project is available within the additional information document:

‘Optimisation of a novel small molecule to treat bleeding in trauma’ - working in collaboration with Professor Helen Philippou (Faculty of Medicine and Health) on the development of small molecule inhibitors for the treatment of bleeding in trauma;

‘Identification and optimisation of a novel small molecule for treatment of cardiovascular disease’ - working in collaboration with Professor David Beech (Faculty of Medicine and Health) on the development of small molecule inhibitors of a TRP ion channel for the treatment of cardiovascular disease. 

You will have a PhD or equivalent in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry, or have submitted your thesis prior to the start date of this role. You will also have the ability to apply extensive knowledge of organic synthesis to solve chemical problems, and to design and synthesise biologically active modules. In addition, you will have the ability to design, execute and write up research independently. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr Richard Foster, Associate Professor 

Tel: +44 (0)113 343 5759; email: R.Foster@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 10 Oct 2018
Category: Research