Polymer based Particles for Biomedical Applications

Imperial College London
Department of Materials
PhD Studentship in “Polymer based Particles for Biomedical Applications”
Duration: 36 months
Supervisor: Dr Theoni K. Georgiou

We are seeking applications from enthusiastic graduates for a three-year PhD studentship. Designing materials suitable for biomedical applications requires deep understanding of the structure-property relationships. This project will aim to design novel polymer based particles for biomedical applications like drug delivery and photothermal therapy. The particles will be fabricated by using in-house synthesised welldefined polymers and the particles properties as well as their end biological activity will be tailored by varying the structure, molar mass and the chemistry of the well-defined polymers. Thus the project will include the design, synthesis and characterisation of the polymer based particles and their evaluation in biomedical applications.

You should have a strong interest in working in an interdisciplinary environment, have a background in a relevant discipline such as Materials Science, Chemistry or Engineering and have an enquiring and rigorous approach to your work.
Applicants should have or expect to obtain a good first or upper second class degree (or equivalent) in Materials Science, Chemistry or Engineering. This project is well suited to a self-motivated student, with a keen interest in polymer synthesis and characterisation.
For those meeting the criterion of having been ordinarily resident in the UK for three years the studentship will cover fees at the home/EU rate plus the standard maintenance stipend. Applications will be processed as received.

How to apply
This project will be supervised by Dr Theoni K. Georgiou, [Email Address Removed]. Applicants should firstly send a CV and covering letter to Dr Georgiou and will be required to complete an electronic application form. It is expected that the studentship will start on or after the 1st of October 2016.

For questions regarding the admissions process, please contact Fiona Thomson ([Email Address Removed]). The prospectus, entry requirements and application form (under ‘how to apply’) are available at: http://www.imperial.ac.uk/pgprospectus

Formal applications can be completed online (only after informal enquiries): http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/materials/research/phdopportunities while information about the Department can be found at http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/materials.

Closing date: one month from placement
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