PhD in Dynamic Polymers: Osmotic Depolymerisation

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Birmingham invites applications for a PhD project in the Fielden group to investigate polymer nanoparticles under osmotic pressure and depolymerisation to yield monomers. Using state-of-the-art polymerisation methods, you will explore reversible depolymerisation and trigger disassembly under various conditions.

You will gain broad experience in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, nanoscale characterisation, NMR and electron microscopy, with opportunities to present at

Qualifications

• Background in supramolecular, polymer or synthetic organic chemistry.
• Ability to design and execute experiments and work independently.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize and characterize polymers.
• Investigate depolymerisation under various conditions.
• Present findings at conferences and collaborate with other groups.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Supramolecular chemistry

Organic synthesis

Education

Degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

NMR

Electron microscopy

SAXS/SANS

Job description

The University of Birmingham invites applications for a PhD project in the Fielden group to investigate polymer nanoparticles under osmotic pressure and depolymerisation to yield monomers. Using state-of-the-art polymerisation methods, you will explore reversible depolymerisation and trigger disassembly under various conditions.

You will gain broad experience in organic synthesis, polymer chemistry, nanoscale characterisation, NMR and electron microscopy, with opportunities to present at