Lecturer in Therapeutic Chemistry | University of Geneva
Advance research and teaching in drug discovery and therapeutic innovation.
đź“Ť Location: Geneva, Switzerland
🏢 Organization: University of Geneva
🎓 Role: Lecturer (80%) – Therapeutic Chemistry
🔬 Focus: Small molecule synthesis, PROTACs, drug discovery in oncology, rare diseases, infections
🧪 Teaching: Bachelor’s, Master’s & post-grad courses + lab apprenticeships
đź“š Profile: PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry with teaching & lab supervision experience
🗓️ Deadline: 24 August 2025 | ⏰ 23:15 UTC
đź’Ľ Join a top-40 global pharma sciences institution
The University of Geneva’s Faculty of Sciences is hiring a lecturer in the Section of Pharmaceutical Sciences with expertise in Therapeutic Chemistry. This is a dynamic opportunity to drive innovation in medicinal chemistry, focusing on PROTACs and small molecules for high-impact therapeutic areas. You’ll contribute to active collaboration with private partners and lead key teaching responsibilities in one of Europe’s premier pharmacy programs.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Lecturer (80%) in the Section of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Therapeutic Chemistry |
| Organization/Publisher | University of Geneva |
| Work Location | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Research Field | Pharmacological Sciences, Medical Sciences |
| Funding Info | Not funded by a EU programme |
| Application Deadline | 24 August 2025 – 23:15 UTC |
| Posted Date | 8 August 2025 |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Researcher Profile | Established Researcher (R3) |
| Apply Button | Apply Now |
| Required Qualification | PhD or equivalent qualification in pharmaceutical/medicinal chemistry |
| Required Experience | Experience in pharmaceutical chemistry and leading practical work; apprentice training a plus |
| Salary Details | Not specified |
The University of Geneva, consistently ranked among the top institutions worldwide for pharmaceutical sciences, is offering an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about medicinal chemistry. They are currently hiring for an 80% Lecturer position in the Section of Pharmaceutical Sciences, focusing on Therapeutic Chemistry. The role is based in Geneva and offers a vibrant academic environment rich in research collaboration and teaching excellence.
This position encompasses responsibility for both cutting-edge research and high-quality teaching. The selected candidate will engage in pharmaceutical and medicinal chemistry research, specifically in the synthesis of small molecules and PROTACs targeting therapeutic areas such as cancer, rare diseases, and infections. These research activities will align with the Pharmaceutical Biochemistry group and are expected to extend into collaborative work with private sector partners.
Teaching responsibilities include leading several practical courses such as BUSP2 (12H906), BUSP3 (13H903), and the Pharmaceutical Chemistry course (12H006), and gradually increasing the teaching load as needed. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to apprentice training, outreach activities at Pharmascope, and supervise master’s students. Management responsibilities within the Pharmaceutical Sciences Section and the broader Faculty will also be part of this role.
Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent and demonstrate experience in pharmaceutical chemistry and teaching laboratory practices. Prior experience in training apprentices will be considered an asset.
The deadline to apply is 24 August 2025 at 23:15 UTC. For full details and to apply, visit the official job page: