The University of Leicester is recruiting a PhD Student to join the School of Chemistry in conducting research in the field of heterogeneous single-atom catalysis (SACs).
Position:
PhD Candidate in Chemistry
PhD Project: Sustainable Synthesis of N – heterocycles using single-atom catalysts (SACs) via Oxidation Reaction
How to apply:
Information on how to apply can be found here
For further information, please contact: Dr Qun Cao, Dr Alexander (Sandy) Kilpatrick
DUTIES:
The department is seeking applicants with an interest in synthetic organic chemistry and functional nanomaterial manufacturing & characterisation.
BENEFITS:
The successful candidate will gain extensive experience in organic synthesis, analytical methods (e.g., GC-MS, HPLC, UV-vis, IR, NMR) and modern characterization techniques for nano/porous materials (e.g., SEM, TEM, STEM, XAS, BET, TGA).
OFFER:
- £17,668 Stipend (for 2022 entry)
- funding for 3.5 years
- Tuition fees at UK rates
- Access to a Research Training Support Grant of up to £1,500 pa for 3 years.
- Bench fees of £5,000 per annum for three years for laboratory-based studies
DEADLINE: 20th Jan 2023
START DATE: Sept 2023