DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY
13 Marie Curie Early-Stage Researchers (PhD/DPhil Positions)
Oxford Innovative Organic Synthesis for Cancer Research

Salary from €54,000 pa
Fixed term 36 months, starting 1st October 2013
Reference: DM/JR/OxIOSCR/Students

13 Doctoral Studentship positions are available to work on an exciting new programme: “Oxford Innovative Organic Synthesis for Cancer Research” (OxIOSCR). These positions are centred in the area of Organic Synthesis, and its future development in the preparation of complex, biologically active compounds based on natural products. Exposure to new techniques for organic synthesis is a major part of the programme. Each of the selected candidates will be registered for a comprehensive PhD/DPhil training in Organic Chemistry, while employed by the University on OxIOSCR, an EU-funded Marie Curie Innovative Doctoral Programme.

Candidates should have experience with synthetic organic chemistry and familiarity with the standard laboratory analytical and spectroscopic techniques used in organic synthesis. Good verbal and written communication skills in English are essential as well as a BSc degree in Chemistry, or other relevant field. The funding for these 3-year positions starts from €54,000 p.a. (depending on employer deductions, personal circumstances and the applicable exchange rate), which includes an annual living allowance and a mobility allowance (to cover the expenses associated with working in a different country). Under the terms of the funding, which aim to promote mobility within the research community, to be eligible for one of these posts you must not have been resident in the UK for more than 12 months in the past three years on the start date of the appointment (1st October 2013).

Candidates should apply via email as set out in the Further Particulars, by 12.00noon, Wednesday 29th May 2013.

Further Details are available for download from here.

[Note: we will not consider repeat applications from candidates who were unsuccessful in the earlier rounds (with closing dates 23 January and 8 April 2013).]

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DPhil studentship in Ultrasensitive Absorption Spectroscopy for Atmospheric Sensing

Ref:  GR01/2013

Applications are invited for a DPhil studentship in ultrasensitive absorption spectroscopy, to work under the supervision of Dr Grant Ritchie. The studentship is a NERC Analytical Science and Technology studentship funded project which aims to develop an ultrasensitive cavity enhanced absorption spectrometer for detection of iodine atoms in the atmosphere.

This project is concerned with assessment of the impact of iodine atoms upon tropospheric chemistry and composition through the development and application of a new ultrasensitive cavity based absorption spectrometer for measuring the mixing ratio of iodine atoms at the sub-parts per trillion level over a one second period. The objectives of the project are: (1) to develop and optimize a prototype ultrasensitive detection system based upon laser absorption within a resonant optical cavity, (2) to validate this device against a recently developed resonance fluorescence detection method, and (3) to deploy the system in a field campaign in order to demonstrate its viability.

Find out more about the Ritchie group and its research at: http://ritchie.chem.ox.ac.uk/index.html

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate who has a background in chemistry or physics. Applicants should have, or expect, a first or upper-second class honours degree.
The position is available from 1st October 2013.

For further information please see: http://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/graduatestudies/prospective.html

To apply please see here: http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/postgraduate_courses/apply/index.html

Admissions criteria can be found at: http://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/graduatestudies/prospective.html

For enquires relating to the application and admissions process please contact:
Aga Borkowska, Graduate Studies Administrator:
graduate.studies@chem.ox.ac.uk 
+44 (0) 1865 272569

For informal enquiries please contact Grant Ritchie:
grant.ritchie@chem.ox.ac.uk
+44(0) 1865 285723

Closing date: 17th May 2013.

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DPhil studentship in Inorganic Chemistry

Ref: ERC13ALG

Applications are invited for a DPhil studentship in Inorganic Chemistry, to work under the supervision of Dr Andrew Goodwin. The studentship is part of a European Research Council funded project aimed at understanding the structures of disordered materials.

The DPhil studentship (one of three associated with the broader ERC project) centres on the use and development of computational methods for interpreting total scattering data for a range of “nanostructured” materials. The materials to be studied will be drawn from our broader research interests, which include functional transition-metal oxides, biomineralisation precursors, metal–organic frameworks, and magnetic nanoparticles. There is scope for the scientific focus project to be tailored to match the background and interests of the successful candidate, making use of an appropriate balance of chemical synthesis, total scattering measurements, and computational analysis of total scattering data.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated candidate who has a background in chemistry, materials science, physics, or a related subject. Applicants should have, or expect, a first or upper second class honours degree. The primary selection criterion is a proven aptitude for structural science. Previous programming experience is not essential, but a willingness to learn is crucial. The studentship will cover the full cost of a DPhil course for 3 years. The position is available from October 2013.

For further information please see: http://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/graduatestudies/prospective.html

To apply please see here: http://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/postgraduate_courses/apply/index.html

For enquires relating to the application and admissions process please contact:
Aga Borkowska, Graduate Studies Administrator:
graduate.studies@chem.ox.ac.uk 
+44 (0) 1865 272569

For informal enquiries please contact Andrew Goodwin:
andrew.goodwin@chem.ox.ac.uk

For a summary of the group’s current research interests please see: http://goodwin.chem.ox.ac.uk/

Closing date: 15th May 2013.

The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena SWAN charter to promote women in Science, Engineering and Technology. The University holds an Athena SWAN bronze award at institutional level. Contact equality@admin.ox.ac.uk for further information about Athena SWAN at the University of Oxford.

St Cross College invites applications for two E.P. Abraham Scholarships in the Chemical, Biological/Life and Medical Sciences. Please click here for more information.

Deadline: Friday, 24 May 2013