PhD: Reductive Dearomatisation via Novel Biocatalysis

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Presencial; GBP 20.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Manchester invites applications for a four-year fully funded PhD project in Biocatalysis and enzyme engineering. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) and tuition fees paid, with a projected start in October 2027.

The project uses directed evolution to expand MHAT-catalysed transformations and may employ AI modelling. Applicants should have at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master's (or international equivalent) in a relevant

Formación

• Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.

Responsabilidades

• Work on MHAT-catalysed transformations and directed evolution of enzymes.

Educación

2.1 honours degree or master's in relevant science/engineering

Descripción del empleo

The University of Manchester invites applications for a four-year fully funded PhD project in Biocatalysis and enzyme engineering. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend (£21,805 for 2026/27) and tuition fees paid, with a projected start in October 2027.

The project uses directed evolution to expand MHAT-catalysed transformations and may employ AI modelling. Applicants should have at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master's (or international equivalent) in a relevant