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University Of Strathclyde

Imaging Approaches to Monitor and Optimise Solid Phase Oligonucleotide Synthesis University of Strathclyde in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

This is a 3-year funded PhD position. Funding is available only for UK nationals. Details on stipend amount and tuition coverage are not specified, but the position is described as funded.

Deadline

Sep 7, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University Of Strathclyde

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Keywords

Computer Science
Chemistry
Chemical Engineering
Computer Vision
Multimodal Imaging
Pharmaceutical Industry
Chemical Kinetics
Nucleic Acid Chemistry
High-resolution Imaging

About this position

?????????? Looking for a PhD where chemistry meets cutting-edge digitalisation?

If you’re reading this and wondering what your PhD adventure could look like, keep reading…

In my group at the University of Strathclyde (Glasgow), we have an open PhD position on:

??“Imaging Approaches to Monitor and Optimise Solid Phase Oligonucleotide Synthesis”. ??

This means you’d be at the frontier of combining chemistry, chemical engineering, and computer vision to tackle one of today’s biggest challenges in therapeutic manufacturing.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

?? Developing non-invasive imaging methods to track each step of oligonucleotide synthesis

?? Using our Kineticolor®? software to uncover kinetic and structural insights in real time

?? Working in a multidisciplinary team where fundamental science meets industrial application

?? If you join us, you’ll gain:

• Hands-on training in synthesis, kinetics, and advanced imaging

• Experience publishing and presenting at international conferences

• The chance to grow alongside a supportive, ambitious team


?? The essentials:

• 3-year funded PhD
• Start date Oct 2025 (or ASAP)
• UK nationals only (due to funding)
• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field (2.1 or above)
• Application deadline: 23:59, Sunday 7 September 2025

?? How to apply:
Send a 2-page CV and 1-page cover letter to [email protected] (Subject: PhD 2025).
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Funding details

This is a 3-year funded PhD position. Funding is available only for UK nationals. Details on stipend amount and tuition coverage are not specified, but the position is described as funded.

What's required

Applicants must be UK nationals due to funding restrictions. A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 2.1 or above is required. Candidates should be interested in multidisciplinary research combining chemistry, chemical engineering, and computer vision. No specific language or GPA requirements beyond the degree classification are mentioned.

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