Postdoctoral Research Associate

Overview

The University of Liverpool is offering a fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Associate position within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, specifically in the Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology under the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The role operates on site and is initially tenable for 12 months, with the possibility of a further 12-month extension. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary programme focused on medicinal chemistry, microbiology, and antimicrobial drug discovery to develop novel antibacterial agents.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a PhD in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, peptide chemistry, antimicrobial drug discovery, or a related discipline, alongside strong practical experience in synthesis and characterisation. Individuals who are still awaiting their PhD to be awarded are also eligible to apply and will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30, with their salary increasing to Grade 7, spine point 31 upon written confirmation of the degree award. Experience in microbiology or antimicrobial assays is considered desirable. The institution is dedicated to workforce diversity and encourages applications from minoritised genders, ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

What you get

The position provides an annual salary ranging from £39,906 to £43,482 per annum for Grade 7 appointments.

Requirements

The role requires the design, synthesis, characterisation, and biological evaluation of bioactive compounds within a medicinal chemistry and antimicrobial research context.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-03.