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New scalable organic synthesis methods based on electrolysis

Project summary

Program
PhD
Location
St Lucia
Research area
Chemical sciences

Project description

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated PhD candidate to undertake a fully funded scholarship in the area of synthetic organic electrochemistry.

Electrochemical methods for the synthesis of organic compounds are becoming increasingly important in academia as well as in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry. The project involves the development of novel electrochemical methods for the preparation of organic scaffolds that are key intermediates in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals.

The student will be based in the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences at The University of Queensland.

Scholarship

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free (2025 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

This scholarship includes:

  • living stipend of $36,400 per annum tax free (2025 rate), indexed annually
  • tuition fees covered.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

Supervisor

Preferred educational background

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

  • previous academic record
  • publication record
  • honours and awards
  • employment history

A background or knowledge of organic synthesis is highly desirable.

How to apply

You must submit an expression of interest (EOI) by 25 December, 2030 25 December, 2030.

Before you apply

  1. Check your eligibility for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
  2. Prepare your documentation.
  3. If you have any questions about whether the project is suitable for your research interests, contact Dr David Cantillo (d.cantillo@uq.edu.au).

When you apply

To apply, submit an expression of interest (EOI) for the program. You don't need to apply separately for the project or scholarship. How to submit an EOI

In your EOI, complete the ‘Scholarship/Sponsorship’ section with the following details:

  1. Are you applying for an advertised project: 'Yes'
  2. Project: 'Research project scholarship'
  3. Scholarship Code Listed in the Advertisement: ELECTROLYSIS-CANTILLO
  4. Link to Scholarship Advertisement: https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/projects/new-scalable-organic-synthesis-methods-based-electrolysis

Submit an EOI