Prof. Marwan Kobeissi’s professional journey encompasses several significant roles and achievements:
In 2022, he served as a Visiting Professor at PCM2E, University of Tours, France.
Since 2017, Prof. Kobeissi has been the recipient of the “high level scientific stay” grant (SAFAR) from the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.
Since 2014, he has been actively involved as the Coordinator of the research Master2 program in Synthesis, Catalysis, and Sustainable Chemistry (SCSCULFS5.2). Additionally, he is the Co-Founder of Rammal Laboratory and serves as the coordinator of the Applied Organic Chemistry research group (SOA)-ULFS5. Furthermore, he holds the position of Professor of Organic Chemistry at ULFS5.
In 2018, Prof. Kobeissi returned to PCM2E, University of Tours, France, as a Visiting Professor.
From 2015 to 2019, he assumed the role of Head of the Chemistry and Biochemistry department at the Lebanese University-ULFS5.
This diverse array of experiences highlights Prof. Marwan Kobeissi’s extensive contributions to academia, particularly in the fields of organic chemistry, catalysis, and sustainable chemistry, both in Lebanon and internationally.
Visiting Professor at PCM2E, University of Tours, France (December 2015). Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at ULFS5 (2007-2014). Assistant Professor of Chemistry at ULFS5 (2004-2007). Part-time Instructor at Lebanese American University (LAU) and Lebanese International University (LIU). Postdoctoral researcher at the Selective Reactions and Applications Laboratory, UMR 6519, University of Reims, France (2004-2007). His research focused on the use of the Petasis reagent in Organic Synthesis, preparation of functionalized enamines, and their application in the total synthesis of alkaloids under the supervision of Prof. A. Haudrechy. Postdoctoral researcher at the Natural Products Chemistry Institute, CNRS, Gif-sur-Yvette, France (2003-2004). Here, he worked on the total synthesis of non-conventional amino acids for the preparation of marine peptides, along with structural studies and characterizations under the guidance of Drs. C. Poupat and A. Ahond. This comprehensive timeline illustrates Prof. Marwan Kobeissi’s academic and research journey, showcasing his significant contributions and expertise in organic chemistry and synthesis.