Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Organic Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Ed Anderson for a period of up to 4 years. The project involves research into small ring heterocycles and hydrocarbons, and is funded by the EPSRC.
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Organic Chemistry to join the Ed Anderson group. The Anderson group has pioneered the development of [n.1.1]propellanes for the synthesis of bicyclo[n.1.1]alkanes – molecules that are of high utility in contemporary drug design – and also methods for the synthesis of polysubstituted bicyclo[1.1.0]butanes.
This project will explore a number of novel methodolgies and applications of bicyclic hydrocarbons and propellanes, providing highly functionalised small ring building blocks for medicinal chemistry applications. The project will also explore asymmetric functionalisation methodologies. This four year position will also involve collaboration with AbbVie to help with translation of the chemistry to industrially-relevant contexts.
Find out more about the EAA research group at: https://www.edandersonchem.org
The post is full time, fixed for 48 months and based in the Chemistry Research Laboratory 12 Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA.
About you
You will hold a PhD in Organic Chemistry (or be close to completion), prior to taking up the appointment and be able to demonstrate expertise in a wide range of methods and techniques in organic synthesis, including areas such as multistep synthesis, catalysis, methodology and mechanistic study. You also need to keep detailed laboratory records and report on progress at regular intervals. Experience in asymmetric catalysis is a desirable.