Prof G Painter
Applications accepted all year round
Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
About the Project
History or background of award
The PhD student will join an established team led by Prof Gavin Painter from the Ferrier Research Institute with expertise in the synthesis and design of self-adjuvanting peptide vaccines. This synthetic chemistry project will involve the development of novel bioorthogonal conjugation methodologies which may find utility in a range of applications including the synthesis of peptide vaccines and/or targeted immunotherapeutic agents. Target compounds prepared in the project will be tested in biological assays through established local (i.e. The Malagahan Institute for Medical Research) or international partnerships.
Selection criteria
The successful student will have a MSc or BSc Hons degree in chemistry with a focus on organic chemistry and organic synthesis.
The applicant will also need to meet the English requirement to enter the PhD program in the School of Chemistry and Physical Sciences.
How do students apply?
To apply please email your CV, academic transcripts and any other relevant supporting documents to [Email Address Removed]
Regulations - http://www.victoria.ac.nz/scholarship/forms/PhD%20Scholarship%20Synthetic%20Chemistry%20regs.pdf
Additional information
The Scholarship will provide a stipend to cover living expenses of NZ$27,000 pa, plus full tuition fees (scholarship will cover payment of student levy and international insurance) for 3 years.
Applications will be considered as they are received until the position has been filled.
Decision makers
Applications will be considered by a team led by Prof Gavin Painter.
What conditions are attached to acceptance of this award?
Successful applicants will be required to sign a Victoria University Research Scholarship contract.
For guidelines, application forms and more information about this award contact:
Position: The Scholarships Office
Organisation: Victoria University of Wellington
Address: PO Box 600 Wellington 6140 New Zealand
Phone: +64 4 463 5557
E-mail: [Email Address Removed]
Website: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/study/student-finance/scholarships
Funding Notes
The Scholarship will provide a stipend to cover living expenses of NZ$27,500pa, plus tuition fees (students will be responsible for payment of the student levy and international insurance if applicable) for 3 years.
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