Ion mobility separation mass spectrometry (IMS MS) combines separation of ions based on their rotationally averaged cross section (i.e. shape), charge and mass. This is a powerful analytical technique that can be used to provide crucial and unique information on molecular shape and structure, including isomeric structure, and molecular interactions.
The Waters SELECT SERIES Cyclic IMS MS (cIMS MS) represents a step-change in instrument performance and capability. This new technology has recently been installed in our purpose-built laboratory.
Encouraged by our recent results, we seek to develop the scope and utility of multi-stage ion mobility tandem MS techniques for the structural elucidation of small and medium sized molecules to deliver key information (e.g. molecular identity, structure, quantity etc) from the direct analysis of complex mixtures.
This project is sponsored by AstraZeneca (CASE award) and the University
The supervisory team will consist of Dr Jackie Mosely and Dr John Mina, with a further supervisor appointed from the Industrial team.
Funding eligibility
Applications are especially welcome from strong UK students. The studentship covers all tuition fees at the UK fee rate for 39 months and provides a tax-free stipend of £15,000 per annum for 39 months pro rata, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
EU/international students are also welcome to apply, but should note carefully that the studentship will only cover tuition fees at the UK rate and that the difference between the UK and international fee would be required to be paid by the successful applicant. The difference in fees between UK and international fee for this discipline is £8500 per annum for three years.
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a degree in chemistry, or any other relevant area, at a minimum of 2.1.
How to apply
Please use the Full Time Funded PhD full time online application form, and when asked for funding information enter the name of the studentship as specified above. Applications that do not include this studentship information may not be considered for the right funding. Applications must also include all documents required by the application form or may not be considered for the funding and returned to the application for completion.
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All applications received by the closing date will be considered. Successful applicants at the application stage will be shortlisted and contacted to arrange an interview. All interviews will be held online. Unsuccessful applicants will be contacted to confirm that the application will not be progressed. After interview, all interviewed applicants will be contacted to inform them of the outcome. Successful applicants progressing to an offer of a place, to commence in October 2021.
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Key dates
- Deadline: 15/06/2021 5:00PM
- Interview date: We envisage that interviews will take place in w/c 28 June 2021.
- Start date: Successful applicants will be expected to start October 2021.
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