PhD scholarship in Biomaterial Synthesis and Engineering (Denmark)

A PhD scholarship is available within drug delivery and biomaterial engineering in relation to research in new biomaterials for use in cancer radiotherapy. The project is part of a collaboration between the Technical University of Denmark, Copenhagen University and Rigshospitalet. The purpose of the project is to develop new nanoparticle based contrast agents as well as drug delivery systems for potentiating radiotherapy.

The position is part of the Center for Nanomedicine and Theranostics and the Colloids and Biological Interface group at the Department of Micro and Nanotechnology.

1 other PhD position and 1 Post doc position are also available for the project.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a master’s degree in chemistry or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to the master’s degree in chemistry.

The project involves biomaterial synthesis and characterization of injectable hydrogels that contains contrast agents for imaging as well as therapeutic agents to enhance treatment efficacy. Successful applicants for this position will have a background and experience in one of the following areas: biomaterial science, drug delivery, polymer chemistry, colloid chemistry, biophysical chemistry, nanoparticle synthesis or similar.

Applicants should have a strong interest in working experimentally in a cross-disciplinary environment and have very good collaboration skills. Strong communication skills are an advantage and a strong academic record is a requirement. The applicants should strive towards scientific excellence, be ambitious and hard working. Only applicants with great talent and a possibility to be among the brightest in their field will be considered.

Approval and Enrolment
The scholarships for the PhD degree are subject to academic approval, and the candidates will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes of DTU. For information about the general requirements for enrolment and the general planning of the scholarship studies, please see the DTU PhD Guide.

Salary and appointment terms
The salary and appointment terms are consistent with the current rules for PhD degree students. The period of employment is 3 years. The starting date is as soon as possible.

Further information 
Additional information may be obtained from Professor Thomas L. Andresen, phone (+45) 4525 8168, e-mail:thomas.andresen@nanotech.dtu.dk.

Application
We must have your online application by 21 January 2013.

Applications must be submitted as one pdf file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link « Apply online, » fill in the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one pdf file. The file must include:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
• Excel sheet with translation of grades to the Danish grading system (see guidelines and excel spreadsheet here)

Candidates may apply prior to ob­tai­ning their master’s degree, but cannot begin before having received it.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTU Nanotech – the Department of Micro- and Nanotechnology – is situated in the northern part of Copenhagen. DTU Nanotech is a centre of excellence in micro- and nanotechnology utilising sciences across the traditional boundaries of technology, thereby enabling innovative solutions for the benefit of society. DTU Nanotech has approx. 200 staff members. With 40 % international employees, the department constitutes an international environment.

To apply online: http://www.job.dtu.dk/English.aspx?guid=4aa39fa0-c954-413d-be04-1cdd3f7603c2