University of Hull - Department of Physics (in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry)
An international fee waiver studentship is available at the Department of Physics (in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry) at the University of Hull in the area of molecular spintronics. This cross-disciplinary research is expected to focus on the incorporation and electrical measurement of organic molecules within nanosized/atomic scale magnetic junctions. The research will have a broad remit and involve aspects of nanotechnology, organic electronics, micro-fluidics, polymer physics/synthesis, self-assembly and electrochemistry. Candidates will preferably have excellent experimental skills and/or a strong willingness to learn device fabrication and low temperature measurement techniques and will be a highly motivated, well-organized and creative individual, capable of working with minimal supervision when required. The work will involve cross-departmental, national and international collaborations.
The studentship is open to non-EU residents only and will cover fees at the overseas student rate but no maintenance so students will need to raise their own maintenance costs. Applicants will be expected to hold the equivalent of a UK upper second class honours degree or higher in Physics, Chemistry or a related subject.
The studentship will start in September 2010 (or earlier if required).
For further details, please contact Dr Neil Kemp (N.Kemp@hull.ac.uk) or visit http://www2.hull.ac.uk/pg/phd/science/moleculesgetwired.aspx where an application form can also be downloaded. More details of our research interests can be found at http://www.hull.ac.uk/physics/ntk/Webpage.htm
