PhD: Light-Driven Skeletal Editing for 3D Scaffolds

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free stipend

Tuition fees paid

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a 4-year PhD project funded by the Leverhulme Trust. Eligible candidates will receive a tax-free annual stipend (UKRI rate) and tuition fees paid.

Start date is October 2027 and the project focuses on developing new skeletal editing methods for densely functionalised heterocycles using visible light. Applicants should hold a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering field.

Qualifications

• Must hold a 2.1 Honours degree or Master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering field.
• Interest in developing new synthetic organic methods and photochemical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop new skeletal editing methods for densely functionalised heterocycles.
• Design substrates and optimise photochemical ring-contraction reactions.
• Map functional-group tolerance and study regio- and stereoselectivity.
• Conduct mechanistic studies and collaborate with supervisors.
• Build transferable skills through presentations and project planning.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry

Photochemistry

Research project management

Education

2.1 Honours degree or Master's in a relevant science/engineering discipline

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a 4-year PhD project funded by the Leverhulme Trust. Eligible candidates will receive a tax-free annual stipend (UKRI rate) and tuition fees paid.

Start date is October 2027 and the project focuses on developing new skeletal editing methods for densely functionalised heterocycles using visible light. Applicants should hold a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering field.