The University of Birmingham and the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) in Berlin are excited to announce a fully funded PhD position focused on Perylene Diimide Dyes for Sensing and Bioimaging. This prestigious role offers a unique opportunity for UK and German students with a Master’s degree in Chemistry to engage in groundbreaking research in synthetic supramolecular chemistry and optical sensing.
To be eligible for the PhD position, applicants must be citizens or residents of Germany or the UK and hold a Master’s level degree in Chemistry or a closely related field. Candidates should have a strong background in synthetic supramolecular chemistry, photophysics, or optical sensing. This position is tailored for individuals passionate about developing novel optical reporters for environmental and bioanalytical applications, with a demonstrated commitment to advancing research in these areas.Application Deadline: Applications accepted all year round.
University of Birmingham Information
Founded in 1900, University of Birmingham is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Birmingham (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), West Midlands. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of Birmingham is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Birmingham offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
This fully funded PhD position includes a stipend and coverage of tuition fees for a duration of 3.5 years. The successful candidate will work at both the University of Birmingham and BAM in Berlin, gaining valuable experience and skills in molecular synthesis, supramolecular chemistry, and photophysics.
Funding Notes: The position is fully funded by the University of Birmingham, covering both the stipend and tuition fees for the entire duration of the PhD program.
Application Process
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Timothy Barendt ( ) or Dr. Ute Resch-Genger ( ) for application details. Applications are accepted year-round and will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.