PhD Scholarship in Organic Chemistry: A fully funded 3-year PhD position is available at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) under the supervision of Associate Professor Søren Kramer. The scholarship focuses on research in organic chemistry, particularly in homogeneous transition-metal catalysis for enantioselective C-H functionalizations.
PhD Scholarship in Organic Chemistry and Enantioselective Homogeneous Catalysis
Designation
PhD Student in Organic Chemistry and Enantioselective Homogeneous Catalysis
Research Area
- Organic Chemistry
- Transition-Metal Catalysis
- Photocatalysis
- Enantioselective Catalysis
- C-H Functionalization
- Reaction Mechanism Elucidation
Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark (DTU Chemistry)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent academic qualification in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
- Strong background in experimental organic chemistry.
- Experience with method development and homogeneous catalysis is an advantage but not required.
- Must possess good communication skills in written and spoken English.
- Highly motivated, ambitious, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
Description
The selected candidate will undergo intense training in organic chemistry and catalysis. Responsibilities include:
- Development and optimization of novel organic reactions.
- Organic synthesis of starting materials and reagents.
- Investigation of substrate scopes and isolation/characterization of products.
The candidate will join a highly ambitious research group, contributing to cutting-edge methods in organic chemistry in a collaborative environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a complete online application by 6 July 2025. The application must include:
- A letter of motivation (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) along with an official description of the grading scale
- Two recommendation letters or contact information for two academic references
- A list of publications and presentations
All application materials should be consolidated into a single PDF file.
Last Date to Apply
July 6, 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
