Postdoctoral Chemist: Synthesis & Plant Biotech for Crops

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry to work on an innovative project aimed at developing biostimulants for sustainable agriculture. The role involves synthetic chemistry and chemical biology, requiring collaboration with experts from various fields. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to learn while contributing to vital research that addresses food security challenges. This fixed-term position lasts for 12 months, starting December 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in synthetic chemistry and biochemistry.
• Flexibility and curiosity to learn new techniques.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize new analogues of the active ingredient.
• Conduct efficacy testing of biostimulants.
• Collaborate across disciplines to address project needs.

Skills

Synthetic chemistry

Chemical biology

Willingness to learn

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Job description

A prestigious university in the UK seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry to work on an innovative project aimed at developing biostimulants for sustainable agriculture. The role involves synthetic chemistry and chemical biology, requiring collaboration with experts from various fields. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to learn while contributing to vital research that addresses food security challenges. This fixed-term position lasts for 12 months, starting December 2025.