Research Fellow - Synthetic Organic Chemistry

Applicants must have a PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry and experience in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry or extensive experience in synthetic organic chemistry is essential. Experience in organofluorine chemistry is an advantage. 

You are expected to have an excellent work ethic and commitment to achieve the project aims, be open-minded to collaboration with the other scientists of the project consortium, and be able to regularly present research results at consortium meetings. You will be involved in general running of the laboratory including supervision of undergraduate project students as required, and expected to adhere to our strict safety standards. 

The successful candidate will be based in the Modern Synthetic Chemistry Laboratories in the School of Chemistry at Southampton University.  Support for synthetic chemistry is second to none, with excellent MS, NMR and X-ray facilities, each supported by dedicated specialist staff. Preparative HPLC is also available. On-line resources are first class, with most journals and SciFinder and Reaxys databases accessible on-line.

Informal enquiries should be made in the first instance to Prof Bruno Linclau (email: bruno.linclau@soton.ac.uk tel: 023 80593816), School of Chemistry, University of Southampton.

The post is available from March 2019 with appointment in the first instance until February 2020.

At the University of Southampton, we value diversity and equality.  The University recognises that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work-life balance. Due consideration will also be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability or illness.  Both the University of Southampton and Chemistry are proud to hold Athena Swan Silver Awards.

 

Application Procedure

You should submit your completed online application form. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Elsa Samwell (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 2507. Please quote reference 1098519EB on all correspondence.

Applications should include a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. The candidates should also provide the names of two referees who have been former supervisors on synthetic organic chemistry projects.

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given. 

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.