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Peter Cossar

11 months ago

PhD in Medicinal Chemistry, Chemical Biology, and Biophysics at University of Dundee University of Dundee in United Kingdom

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PhD

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Chemistry

Funding

No explicit funding details are provided. The project is part of the EastBio DTP, which typically offers fully funded PhD studentships, but this is not confirmed in the post.

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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University of Dundee

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Chemistry
Biophysics
Biology
Medicinal Chemistry
Drug Discovery
Chemical Biology
Medical Science
Protein Degradation

About this position

The Cossar Labs at the Centre for Targeted Protein Degradation (CeTPD), University of Dundee, is offering an exciting PhD opportunity as part of the EastBio DTP. The project, titled "Decoding the Bystander Effect in Protein Complex Degradation," is based in the School of Life Sciences and focuses on innovative research at the interface of chemistry and biology. Applicants with backgrounds in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and/or biophysics are encouraged to apply. The research environment is world-leading, with a strong emphasis on targeted protein degradation and drug discovery. The application deadline is 15 December 2025. While the post does not specify funding details, EastBio DTP projects are typically fully funded. Interested candidates should be passionate and motivated to contribute to cutting-edge science. For more information, visit the provided LinkedIn links or contact the Cossar Lab at the University of Dundee.

Funding details

No explicit funding details are provided. The project is part of the EastBio DTP, which typically offers fully funded PhD studentships, but this is not confirmed in the post.

What's required

Applicants should have a background in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and/or biophysics. Passion and motivation for research in targeted protein degradation are essential. No specific degree level, GPA, or language requirements are mentioned, but a relevant undergraduate or master's degree is implied.

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Protein Folding