PhD Position in Medicinal Inorganic Chemistry at University of Bern
What are we offering? We are seeking applications for a 4-year PhD position in Medicinal Inorganic Chemistry in the newly established Frei Lab at the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Bern (hwww.dcbp.unibe.ch). This position is funded through an SNSF Ambizione Grant.
Project Description
In the Frei Lab we are interested in exploring the potential of metal complexes as the next generation of antibiotics. This involves the synthesis and characterizationof new metal compounds, the evaluation of their antimicrobial activity, and the elucidation of their mechanism of action. These lab-based experiments will be supplemented by computational and cheminformatics tools. Your role will primarily be focused on the design, chemical synthesis, and characterizationof new metal complexes with antimicrobial potential as well as their biological evaluation in bacteria. Promising compounds will be explored further through mode of action assays and in vivo experiments (either in-house or through collaborations).
Conditions
Duration:4 years
Starting date: 01.07.2022
Deadline for applications: 15.02.2022
Candidate Profile
You must hold or expect to complete a Master’s (MChem, MSc or equivalent) degree in chemistry before matriculation at the University of Bern. You bring along an excellent study record and have an exceptional background in synthetic organic and/or inorganic chemistry. We are looking for a highly motivated and ambitious candidate that values high scientific rigor and integrity. You should be creative, resilient, and independent. You possess good communication and team-working skills and value a positive and diverse working environment. You should have demonstrable experience in organic and/or inorganic synthesis and standard laboratory analytical techniques such as NMR, MS, HPLC etc.
What we offer
In the up-and-coming Frei Lab you will be part of a small team of researchers,meaning that your contributions will be integral to the group’s success. You will be able to develop a varied skillset and have the chance to pursue and realize your own scientific ideas. As an early member you will be able to contribute from day one to create a positive and productive working environment.
Applications
All applications will be evaluated, and candidates will be shortlisted based on academic excellence and research potential. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in person or via video conference call. Please submit a single PDF file containing a cover letter including a brief statement of why you are interested in this area of research as well as past research experience and achievements (max 2 pages), full CV (résumé), relevant diplomas/certificates/University transcripts, and the names and contact details of two references. All applications should be sent to [email protected]
