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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Organic Synthesis (antimalarial hit compounds)

University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), School of Chemistry · South Africa

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In short

Postdoctoral fellowship in the School of Chemistry at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), South Africa, under Professor Amanda Rousseau, starting January 2027. The fellow will synthesise analogues of hit compounds with in-vitro antimalarial activity to improve their efficacy and PK properties. Funding is ZAR 320 000 per year, with a possible second year based on first-year performance. Applications go by email; confirm the details on the official Wits page linked below.

  • PhD in synthetic organic chemistry obtained within the past five years; applicants must not be older than 45.
  • Practical experience in organic synthesis and analytical techniques; a high-impact publication record is an advantage.
  • Send one PDF with a covering letter, detailed CV, three referees and a certified PhD copy or award letter.
  • Deadline: 5 November 2026.
  • No online application portal: the official Wits page gives the contact details. Verify them before applying.
Institution
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), School of Chemistry
Location
South Africa · Onsite
Type
Postdoc · Fellowship
Field
Synthetic organic and medicinal chemistry
Level
Postdoctoral
Deadline
5 November 2026
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