The successful candidate will have a Masters degree in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Medicinal Chemistry, Natural Sciences or similar subject at the time of starting the post. They will have a passion for high quality interdisciplinary research and enthusiasm and interest in organic chemistry and chemical biology. Experience in organic synthesis, purification and characterization is required. Expertise in solid phase peptide synthesis is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. During the three years, the researcher will also undertake three research/training placements at partners within the MC4DD network: Uppsala University, Sweden (NMR); Sanofi, Germany (molecular modelling); Leiden University, Netherlands (library screening). There will be a high degree of interaction with other partners within the Doctoral Training Network. Excellent team-working and communication skills, and a keen interest in interdisciplinary research at the chemical biology/structural biology/computational biology interface will be required.

To be eligible for the post you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies) in the UK for more than 12 months prior to the recruitment date.

The salary for the position ranges bretween £35,159 - £46,759 per annum and will depend on personal circumstance.

To be eligible for the post you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies) in the UK for more than 12 months prior to the recruitment date.

You must also have a relevant Master's degree.

A full job description and Person Specification can be accessed via: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs/details?nPostingId=10827&nPostingTargetId=25911&id=Q1KFK026203F3VBQBLO8M8M07&LG=UK&languageSelect=UK&mask=ext

You can also apply for the job via the link. The job is posted on UCL Jobs (ref:B04-05247)

Please write your application in English and upload the following with your application: 

      A cover letter explaining your motivation for applying for the post, understanding of the research project, and previous research experience.

• A curriculum vitae setting out your educational qualifications as well as any additional scientific achievements and publications.
• Evidence of English proficiency – for more details please see:

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/graduate/english-language-requirements

• Copy of Bachelor’s and Master’s certificates (if available at the time of application).
• Copy of Bachelor’s and Master’s transcripts.
• Two letters of recommendation from researchers familiar with your academic activities, e.g. the advisor of your Master’s thesis

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Alethea Tabor a.b.tabor@ucl.ac.uk