April 7th, 2022 at 10:47 am
Research Assistant at Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research
The Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR), University of Ghana, Legon, Ghana, with funding support from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is implementing a project titled ‘Supporting a Drug Discovery Hub Development in Ghana’. This project seeks to train young scientists and technicians towards building a critical mass for drug discovery applications, equip them to compete effectively for international funding for research work in Africa, offer them international exposure, and facilitate their networking and collaboration with other institutions. This call is to invite interested applicants apply for specific positions in the fields of Organic/Medical Chemistry.
REQUIREMENTS
- The Research Assistant should have research expertise in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry.
- The successful candidate will be expected to utilize data from DMPK and biological studies to design and synthesize potential drug leads for malaria and other neglected tropical diseases.
Eligibility Criteria
- A Young Scientist with a Master’s degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry obtained within the past 5 years.
- Prospective applicants must be able to carry out independent organic synthesis and must be willing to work with other researchers in the laboratory.
- The applicant must also be highly motivated, have strong research and conceptual skills, and be interested in developing novel research directions.
- Applicants must have strong. written and oral communication skills in English.. Working knowledge of English would be an advantage.
How to Apply
Prospective candidates should complete and submit an application pack (both electronic and hardcopies) to The Assistant Registrar, NMIMR. The application should include the following:
- A letter of application (stating areas of expertise, research interests and experience); b) An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae;
- List of publications; d) Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates and transcripts; and, e) Two academic references
HOW TO APPLY
Electronic copies should be sent to [email protected] and copy [email protected].
Submit hardcopies to:
The Assistant Registrar
Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research
University of Ghana
P.O. Box LG 581
Legon, Accra
Ghana
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted to participate in a selection process.
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE
Deadline of Application Submission Applicants should send both electronic and hardcopies of their applications to The Assistant Registrar, NMIMR by April 13, 2022 (17.00hr GMT)
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