SEFAKO MAKGATHO HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY (SMU)
RESEARCH AND INNOVATION DIRECTORATE SMU/NRF POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS ADVERTISEMENT The University strategy focuses on developing excellence in teaching and learning, growing research and innovation. Over the next 4 years, we will continue to increase our research productivity by strategically placing University investment into areas where potential excellence is nurtured. Amongst others, the University will actively recruit and attract postdoctoral research fellows to provide an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of postgraduates as well as to advance new scientific knowledge and innovation in their chosen research field. The Research and Innovation Directorate therefore invites applications from eligible individuals with a doctoral degree to apply for the following Postdoctoral Research Fellowship opportunity: • School of Pharmacy (Medicinal Organic Chemistry -Natural Products Chemistry and Drug Delivery Systems) The Role of Postdoctoral Research Fellow • Conduct research on an approved research niche under the supervision of an Established Researcher; • Publish 4 peer-reviewed research articles per year; and assist in teaching, supervising, and mentoring of postgraduate students. Value for support Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Value (R): 300 000 pa* Duration: 2 years** * Value is tax-exempt ** Subject to annual submission of satisfactory progress report and the availability of funding. Minimum Requirements: • Applicant must have graduated with a PhD in Organic Chemistry within the last five years and must have a strong and solid background in mechanochemistry and green synthesis chemistry. • The applicant must have a publication track record in the field of organic chemistry, green chemistry and drug delivery systems research. In addition, the applicant should: “Knowledge for quality health services” - Be proficient in NMR (data collection on interpretation) and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS) data interpretation. - Have expert knowledge in designing and synthesising natural products derived organic compounds - Have knowledge of separation techniques for the isolation of bioactive compounds. - Have an expert knowledge of natural product databases. - Have knowledge in the synthesis of nanoparticles (would be an advantage) - Have knowledge in Docking and computational chemistry (would be an advantage) Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: • Be a South African citizen/ permanent South African resident • Have obtained a doctoral degree • Evidence of published research articles in peer-reviewed journals output • Have some experience in postgraduate supervision; and • Excellent oral and written communication skills. How to apply To apply, please send the following documents • A motivation letter which summarises your relevant expertise and experience; • Full curriculum vitae with a list of publications or other scholarly outputs; • Certified copies (within the last 6 months), of ID/ passport academic transcripts and certificates; and • A one-page summary of research interest. Applicants must be submitted to Ms Fulufhelo Malamatsho at researchcapacity@smu.ac.za before or on Monday, 29 January 2024. Late applications will not be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents/information will result in your application not being considered. The University reserves the right not to make an award.
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