PhD Candidate in Chemistry, Mass Spectrometry, Supramolecular Chemistry, Sydney Australia

The PhD project “Deconstructing molecular self-assembly by advanced mass spectrometry” with research leader Dr. Nicole J. Rijs based at School of Chemistry, UNSW Sydney, Australia, Kensington Campus http://www.chemistry.unsw.edu.au/staff/nicole-rijs is available for a 2022 commencement for competitive local or international candidates.

Aiming to develop techniques for intercepting critical intermediates in molecular self-assembly and encapsulation reactions, the project will deploy combinatorial robotics, mass spectrometry and high-resolution ion-mobility spectrometry to structurally interrogate chemical reactions and molecular assemblies. Unique skills gained will include computational approaches and advanced analytical techniques which are highly sought after in industry. The project involves potential for international and interstate collaborations and travel, and will be based in state-of-the-art purpose built laboratories opened in July 2019 (UNSW’s Science and Engineering Building (SEB) precinct).

For a relevant reference, please see the following review: https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fchem.2021.682743

Applicants must possess an academic qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree plus Honours, or Masters degree in Chemistry, or a related discipline (e.g. materials science, biochemistry, physics) to apply. Candidates must also meet UNSW’s English language requirements. Please express interest to Dr Rijs by providing a motivation letter, CV, academic transcript and 2 potential academic references by the 15th of July, 2021.

(Please note that if a UNSW English waiver is needed for your application, early contact ASAP with Dr Rijs ahead of the deadline is vital.)