PhD position (4 years) in Chemical Biology-Bioorganic/Bioinorganic Chemistry

The group Light-activatable molecules for bioimaging and therapeutic applications at the Section of Organic Chemistry of the University of Barcelona, led by Dr. Vicente Marchán, is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join our team
Position Overview
We are focused on developing innovative light-activated drugs for bioimaging and therapeutic applications, with a special emphasis on photodynamic therapy (PDT) and photopharmacology. The successful candidate will:
• Synthesize new drug candidates and conjugate them with tumor-targeting moieties such as peptides and antibodies.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo biological evaluations of these compounds.
Program Details
• The PhD student will be enrolled in the Organic Chemistry Doctoral Program at the University of Barcelona.
• The position offers comprehensive training in areas including organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, spectroscopic techniques, and chemical biology, supported by the HYPOLIGHT project (PID2023-146161OB-I00), funded by the Agencia Estatal de Investigación.
• Access to state-of-the-art scientific equipment and facilities at the University of Barcelona and the Institute of Biomedicine of the University of Barcelona (IBUB).
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Pharmacy.
• Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field, with competitive academic marks.
• Strong background in organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and/or chemical biology is highly recommended.
Why Join Us?
• Engage in groundbreaking research at the intersection of Chemistry and Biology.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced technologies and methodologies.
Application Process: Interested candidates should send a complete CV, academic record, and motivation letter, along with the contact details of a referee to vmarchan en ub.edu.
Preferred Start Date: October-November 2024.
Read More About Our Research:
• J. Org. Chem. 2018, 83, 1185−1195
• Angew. Chem., Int. Ed. 2019, 58, 6311-6315
• Chem. Sci. 2023, 14, 7170-7184
• J. Med. Chem. 2023, 66, 7849-7867
• ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces 2024, doi.org/10.1021/acsami.4c05181