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PhD Studentship in Radicals and Reactive Intermediates in Heavy Main-Group Chemistry The University of Manchester in United Kingdom
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Chemistry
Funding
Available
Deadline
Dec 18, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
The University of Manchester
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This PhD project explores radicals and reactive intermediates in heavy main-group chemistry, with a particular focus on accessing and understanding open-shell species based on heavy pnictogens and related elements. The research aims to develop new routes to authentic main-group radicals and to open-shell fragments such as carbenes, nitrenes, and higher homologues in the vicinity of heavy elements.
The project is centred on inorganic synthesis and advanced spectroscopy. The appointed student will prepare and study novel compounds using Schlenk and glovebox techniques, then investigate their electronic structures and small-molecule reactivity using a broad toolkit of analytical methods. These include NMR, IR, UV/vis, EPR, SQUID, XAS and single-crystal X-ray diffraction.
The research begins with bismuth chemistry, with the possibility of extending to other heavy elements such as antimony, tin, lead, indium, or thallium depending on the results. The studentship is at The University of Manchester and includes co-supervision by experts in inorganic synthesis and magnetism, offering a collaborative environment with opportunities for publication, conference presentation, and wider engagement with researchers across the UK and Europe.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First Class or high Upper Second Class degree in Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Prior experience with synthetic chemistry under inert conditions is essential. Experience in spectroscopy of paramagnetic compounds is advantageous but not required.
How to apply
Contact the main supervisor, Dr. Josh Abbenseth, to apply. Include details of your current level of study, academic background, relevant experience, and a paragraph explaining your motivation for the project.
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