Phd Position

UNIVERSIDAD DE CASTILLA LA MANCHA; Sevilla; Presencial; EUR 20.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prominent Spanish university is offering a PhD position focused on developing new drugs for brain cancer treatment. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Chemistry and a Master's in related fields, with experience in organic synthesis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with fluent English proficiency, are required. The role offers collaborative research opportunities and laboratory access in a dynamic setting.

Servicios

Access to fully equipped laboratories

Opportunities to present research at international seminars

Collaborative team environment

Formación

• Experience in organic synthesis.
• Minimum undergraduate grades above 7.5 / 10.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct research on new drugs for brain cancer treatment.
• Synthesize and characterize new molecular systems.
• Work collaboratively with the research group.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Team player

Educación

Degree in Chemistry

Master's in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Herramientas

Chromatographic techniques (HPLC, column chromatography)

NMR techniques

Descripción del empleo

PhD position in the development of new drugs to treat brain cancer using new derivatives based on phosphorus heterocycles. This is a contract to carry out a doctoral thesis under the supervision of Prof. Elzbieta Regulska in the group of Prof. Carlos Romero-Nieto at the Faculty of Pharmacy in Albacete.

Project Description

This project will be part of an international consortium of five research groups focused on investigating new drugs for brain cancer treatment. The objective is to synthesize and characterize new molecular systems that surpass the efficacy of existing drugs and open new research possibilities for better treatment of brain cancer.

Requirements

Educational Background

A degree in Chemistry and a Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Pharmaceutical Chemistry is preferred. Candidates must have experience in organic synthesis. Experience with chromatographic techniques (HPLC and column chromatography) and characterization techniques such as NMR will be highly valued.

Academic Performance

Minimum undergraduate grades above 7.5 / 10 are preferred.

Skills

Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills. Commitment to the project, willingness to learn, and ability to lead and mentor graduate students when needed.

Language Skills

Fluency in spoken and written English. Enthusiasm for science, proactivity, and good communication skills (in English). Must be a team player with an open attitude and social skills.

Additional Requirements

Candidates should be proactive, communicative, and committed to the project, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Offer

Initial duration of 1 year with the possibility of extension until the end of the PhD.

Salary in accordance with UCLM guidelines.

Work in a collaborative team environment with opportunities for independent work under guidance.

Opportunities to present research at international seminars and conferences.

Access to fully equipped laboratories with advanced analytical techniques.

Location in a well-connected city in Spain.

Application Process

Send your CV and contact details of two referees in a single PDF to the specified contact. The CV should include your Bachelor's degree grade. All candidates will be interviewed via Teams.

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