PhD Studentship: Synthetic Organic Chemistry
University of Cambridge - Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry
| Qualification Type: | PhD |
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| Location: | Cambridge |
| Funding for: | UK Students, EU Students, International Students |
| Funding amount: | Standard UKRI rate |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Placed On: | 29th October 2024 |
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| Closes: | 3rd December 2024 |
| Reference: | MA43844 |
Applications are invited for a 4-year PhD studentship, working in the field of synthetic organic chemistry, supervised by Prof Robert Phipps. The project will develop new catalytic approaches to enantioselective radical reactions that utilise attractive non-covalent interactions. For recent articles from the Phipps group that provide background reading to this, see: Nature Chem., 2020, 12, 990 and J. Am. Chem. Soc., 2022, 144, 18195. For a recent paper demonstrating latest research findings in this area, see: Science 2024, 386, 42-49.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual capable of thinking and working independently. Applicants must have (or expect to obtain) at least the equivalent of a UK upper second-class Master's degree in a relevant subject such as Chemistry. Ideally, the candidate will have a strong background in organic chemistry. Practical experience of synthetic organic chemistry in a research environment would be beneficial.
The studentship commences in October 2025 and will provide a maintenance grant of at the standard UKRI rate and tuition fees at the UK/home rate. Overseas students can be considered if they can cover the difference in the cost of overseas fees. Details of how to apply for University scholarships to cover the extra cost can be found at: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/
To apply, please submit an application through the University Applicant Portal: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/pcchpdpch for the course "PhD in Chemistry", naming Prof Robert Phipps as potential supervisor.
For preliminary enquiries about this studentship, interested applicants are encouraged to contact Prof. Phipps by email at rjp71@cam.ac.uk.
Please quote reference MA43844 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Closing date: 03 December 2024
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