Postdoctoral Researcher – Radio labeling (Organic Chemistry)

SUMMARY:
Our Client seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in radio labeling organic chemistry within the Applied Radiation Department, Research & Innovation Division.

POSITION INFO:

Postdoctoral Researcher – Radio labeling (Organic Chemistry) CONRTACT
Hartbeespoort

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new synthesis routes for bioactive compounds and radio-therapeutics.

• Synthesize linkers, attach to compounds, and perform full characterisation (NMR, HPLC-MS, FT-IR, TLC).

• Radiolabel molecules, conduct cell uptake and stability studies.

• Present findings, mentor MSc/PhD students, and contribute to reports, publications, and conferences.

• Publish at least two papers per year.

Requirements

• PhD (last 5 years) in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry; 

• Strong background in organic synthesis (e.g., C–C coupling, amide formation, halogenation, protection/deprotection).

• Proficient in analytical techniques (TLC, NMR, HPLC-MS, FT-IR).

• Advantageous: experience with radioactivity handling, molecular modelling, and radio-analytical techniques (LSC, gamma spectroscopy).

• At least one peer-reviewed publication in the last 5 years (preferably in organic/medicinal/radiochemistry).

• Excellent English communication skills.