5126 - Natural Products Synthesis Chemist

University of Greenwich; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England seeks a Natural Products Synthesis Chemist to join its Chemical Ecology and Plant Biochemistry group. The role involves organic chemical synthesis and analysis, identification of natural products, and contributing to research publications and funding applications. Candidates should possess a relevant PhD and have an interest in natural products. Teaching opportunities at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels are also available.

Benefits

Employment Visa Sponsorship

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Demonstrated background in chemistry with a focus on natural products.
• Training in synthesis of insect-produced chemicals will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out organic chemical synthesis and analysis.
• Identify and synthesize natural products from various sources.
• Contribute to future funding applications.
• Prepare research outputs including published papers.
• Engage in teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate levels.

Skills

Organic chemical synthesis

Chemical analysis

Interest in natural products

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

Agriculture, Health and Environment. The Natural Resources Institute is a specialist research, knowledge exchange and postgraduate training unit based at the University of Greenwich’s Medway Campus. We aspire to be a global leader in collaborative research, knowledge exchange and learning to co-create a just, healthy, and sustainable future for all. We do this through transforming lives through research, innovation, and learning. The NRI has an international footprint and is home to over 80 international scientists and social scientists. We have made award-winning discoveries collaborating with partners across sectors and disciplines to co-create environmental resilience, sustainable agriculture, health, and food security. NRI works towards a just world free from disease, hunger, poverty, and violence. We are an inclusive, collaborative, and flexible research and learning institute. The Institute has a strong history of innovative research to address global challenges related to agriculture and food security. The unique diversity of disciplines across NRI’s three departments provides opportunities for transdisciplinary and systems research relevant to tackling the complexity of contemporary and emerging global agriculture, biodiversity, food security, food system and one-health challenges.

An opportunity has arisen for a natural products synthesis chemist to join the Chemical Ecology and Plant Biochemistry group. The successful applicant will carry out organic chemical synthesis and analysis as part of the team working on application of chemical ecology for control of pests and diseases of crops, livestock, and people. The post-holder’s responsibilities will be to carry out identification and synthesis of natural products from insects, plants, and animals as part of existing projects. They will be expected to contribute to applications for future funding to continue research, and to the preparation of research outputs including published papers. There will be opportunities for the post-holder to undertake teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate level.

Responsibilities

• carry out organic chemical synthesis and analysis as part of the team working on application of chemical ecology for control of pests and diseases of crops, livestock, and people
• identify and synthesize natural products from insects, plants, and animals as part of existing projects
• contribute to applications for future funding to continue research
• prepare research outputs including published papers
• opportunities to undertake teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate level

Qualifications

• good theoretical and practical background in chemistry with an interest in natural products, demonstrated through a relevant PhD
• specific training in synthesis of insect-produced chemicals will be provided

Details

Appointment will be made at AC2 level. For an informal discussion about the post please contact Prof. David Hall at [e-mail]. For recruitment queries please contact the People Directorate Operations Team at [e-mail]

How to apply

To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements. Please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage. Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich

Benefits and equality

Employment Visa: Under the UK Government Points Based System scheme this role meets the criteria to be sponsored for a Skilled Worker Route application. Applicants from outside of the UK could also consider using the Global Talent Leadership visa route. We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. We take positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge / Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion. We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form. Email details to a friend is not required in the application process.