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Syddansk Universitet

Postdoctoral position in Bioorganic Chemistry

Odense

FULL TIME

October 31, 2024

The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy , University of Southern Denmark (SDU) in Odense invites applications for a postdoctoral position embedded in the laboratories of the Nucleic Acid Center as part of a Novo Nordisk Foundation Project Grant on peptide-oligonucleotide conjugate chemistry.
The research unit focuses on the de novo design of peptide-oligonucleotide conjugates and explores their potential biophysical, biochemical and biological applications.
The postdoctoral project is part of our current activities on peptide-oligonucleotide conjugate chemistry. Our group is specialized in the state-of-art peptide-oligonucleotide bioconjugation, automated solid-phase synthesis of chemically modified oligonucleotides and peptides, and the synthesis of modified nucleoside monomers. Our lab is actively engaged in diverse international collaborations with colleagues ranging from biophysics to molecular biology as part of a high-profile interdisciplinary research consortium.
We are seeking a highly motivated applicant to join our research team for a project of fusing modified peptides and oligonucleotides to advance the gene therapy in the context of the Nucleic Acid Center.
The ideal candidate has the following competencies and skills:

A Ph.D. in bioorganic chemistry or related disciplines
A background including nucleic acid chemistry and/or peptide chemistry
Good interpersonal and communication skills (English) for effective teamwork across disciplines

Additional valuable skills:

Research expertise in the synthesis of modified nucleoside and amino acid monomers
Hands-on experience with HPLC/MALDI-MS

Starting date: 1 February 2025 or soon thereafter. The position is for up to 2.5 years.
Application deadline : 31 December 2024 at 23:59 hours local Danish time
For further information, please contact Associate Professor Chenguang Lo u, Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy , University of Southern Denmark, e-mail: chenguang@sdu.dk .
The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy is one of four departments at the Faculty of Science, SDU and is located in Odense. The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy is a department focused on basic research. We are happy to move beyond traditional disciplines and work to develop new technologies and sciences across physics, chemistry, pharmacy, mathematics, computer science and biology. The Department’s research thus contributes to new knowledge and solutions with applications in the areas of climate, environment, energy and health.
The Department handles research in chemistry, physics and pharmacy along with several interdisciplinary areas, and also houses several major research centers. The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy is responsible for the educations in chemistry, medicinal chemistry and physics, as well as the bachelor’s education in pharmacy.
The postdoc position is placed in the Section for Chemistry and Pharmacy and will work in a highly collaborative atmosphere with theorists and experimental scientists.
Application, salary etc.
The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Please check links for more information on salary (only available in Danish) and taxation .
The application must include the following:

A curriculum vitae including information on previous employment
A full list of publications stating the scientific publications on which the applicant wishes to rely
Copy of Ph D diploma ( EVT skrive: :if phd diploma has not yet been received, please include statement from your supervisor)
A brief survey of the applicant's most important research results

Shortlisting may be used in the assessment process.
Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.
To qualify you must have passed a Ph D or equivalent. Applications will be assessed by an expert assessor/committee. Applicants will be informed of their assessment by the university.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Applications must be submitted electronically using the link " Apply now ". Attached files must be in Adobe PDF format. We strongly recommend that you read How to apply for a position at SDU before you apply.
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