Lecturer (in Organic Chemistry or a related field) (Contract Appointment: 3 years) (Job ID: 5766) at University of the Free State

Duties and responsibilities: 

• Provide support in the Small Molecule Laboratory aimed at generating external income for the UFS.
• Contribute to the safety of the laboratory.
• Responsible for the synthesis of muscimol and other contract molecules.
• Develop scale-up methods for active pharmacological ingredients.
• Demonstrated research on nucleoside and carbohydrate chemistry.
• Optimize chemical processes.
• Conduct research and support post graduate students with supervision when required.
• Develop own research and publication outputs.

Inherent Job requirements:

Lecturer

• A PhD in Organic Chemistry or a related field on NQF Level 10.
• A minimum of two (2) years' relevant experience in the design and synthesis of new anticancer and antiviral compounds.
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record.

Recommendations:

• Three (3) years' relevant experience in Organic Chemistry Synthesis.