The Organic and Medicinal Chemistry research group at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, SBA School of Sciences and Engineering, has multiple openings for Research Assistants to carry out research in the field of Synthesis and Application of Organic Compounds. Applicants should have an MS/M.Phil. degree in Chemistry with specialisation in Synthetic Organic Chemistry. Candidates with excellent expertise in synthesis, purification, and characterisation of organic compounds are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should submit the following:
• A brief cover letter describing the motivation of the candidate for the advertised position
• An updated CV (based on the template available at https://orgchem.lums.edu.pk/index.php/2020/07/02/a-model-cv-template/)
• A one-page scientific write-up on “Recent Natural Products in Cancer Research”.

Submit the application material to rahman.saleem@lums.edu.pk

The successful candidate(s) will be part of a multidisciplinary team involving organic/medicinal chemists and biologists. Working in a top-level research environment with excellent laboratory infrastructure (SEM, GC-MS, 600 MHz NMR etc.), the candidate(s) will have a unique opportunity to develop their research abilities.

Applications will be reviewed and only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

LUMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages underrepresented minorities and women to apply.