Field of work

Platinum based drugs have been important in the treatment of cancer for decades, but these compounds displayed side effects making it difficult to distinguish their toxicity towards cancer cells from cytotoxicity. We have shown that organo-tin compounds based on phosphinoyldithioformate ligand are excellent anticancer agents (Dalton Trans., 2022, 51, 13119-13128). The successful candidate will synthesis and characterize various phosphinoyldithioformate based on amino acids and the corresponding rhodium complexes. The candidate will screen the anticancer activities of the complexes at the Biomedical Centre and analyze the mode of action.  The candidate should be able to switch between inorganic and biology labs due to the interdisciplinary nature of the project. In addition, the candidate will have an opportunity to get hands-on experience in X-ray crystallography, which will enable the candidate to utilize this expertise in associated research areas.

For more details about Dr. Damodaran's research please visit: http://uni.hi.is/krishna/research/

Qualification requirements

• MSc. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or related fields
• Knowledge of organic and inorganic synthesis, including the design, formation and analysis of inorganic compounds, as well as experience in testing their biological activity of compounds
• Strong collaboration skills and an interdisciplinary mindset, along with initiative and analytical ability
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Application process

Applicants are required to submit the following documents with their application:

• Cover letter (max. 2 page), outlining the motivation for applying to this program
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Transcripts from both undergraduate and graduate studies
• TOEFL/IELTS score or equivalent test results, for non-native English speakers
• Names and full contact information of three professional referees

Appointments to positions at the University of Iceland are made in consideration of the Equal Action Policy of the University of Iceland.

The University of Iceland has a special Language Policy.

The University of Iceland is the largest teaching, research and science institute in Iceland. The University of Iceland is a growing community of knowledge and is a very dynamic and interesting workplace. Our values are academic freedom, professionalism, and equality. The University strives to provide flexibility and encourages participation in the progression of the studies and research in all fields within the realm of the University.

The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences employs around 400 people involved with teaching and research. The School offers an international working environment, with the number of international employees and students increasing each year. Currently about quarter of all employees and graduate students are international. The school has 2000 students and numerous graduate students. The School of Engineering and Natural Sciences is proud of its' diversity and reform-minded environment where knowledge acquisition and sharing is paramount.

Application deadline

Application deadline is 22.04.2025

For further information contact

Krishna Kumar Damodaran

krishna@hi.is

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