The Organic Chemistry Institute (OCI) and the Biochemistry Institute (BIOC) at the University of Zurich are seeking one Ph.D. student by October 2007.

The project will focus on the total synthesis of biologically active molecules.

Supported on high level theoretical calculations to study the ligand-receptor interactions, we want to get a deeper insight into the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of these molecules. At the same time, we aim to provide flexible chemical methods that allow structural modifications in order to improve their therapeutic profiles.

Education The succesful candidates should have a solid background in EXPERIMENTAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, and be highly motivated to learn computational chemistry (previous theoretical background is also a plus). The Ph.D. work will be developed between the two groups (Prof. Nevado at the OCI and Prof. Caflisch at the BIOC) with an exciting interactive research team in a multidisciplinary fashion. Salary will be determined on the basis of SNF funds.

Ideal candidates will already possess excellent communication skills including proficiency in English

Web: http://biocroma.unizh.ch/, http://www.oci.uzh.ch