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PhD Studentship in NMR Spectroscopy and Chemical Biology: School of Chemical Sciences, The University of Auckland, New Zealand

We currently have one fully funded three-year PhD studentship available, which covers tuition fees and a stipend of NZ$ 25,000 p.a. to start at any time in 2015, although preferably in the first half of 2015.

We apply solution-state NMR spectroscopy to study protein-ligand interactions, enzymology, enzyme inhibition, protein structures and protein dynamics. A particular focus is on proteins that are involved in translation, and the enzymes that modify these proteins. The techniques that we apply include both "ligand-observed" and "protein-observed" NMR. The project does not involve synthetic chemistry, detailed physical theory or programming. It offers the opportunity to learn about research at the interface between chemistry and biology, and receive training in molecular biology, enzymology and NMR spectroscopy.

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Dr Ivanhoe Leung - The University of Auckland

We encourage applicants with an interest in NMR spectroscopy and chemical biology to make informal contact by email. Applications are accepted from both New Zealand and Overseas and there is no restrictions on nationality. Applicants should have, or expect to obtain, a good honours degree (at least 2.1) or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline. To apply, please send an email/letter together with your curriculum vitae, and the names and email addresses of two referees to i.leung@auckland.ac.nz or by post to Dr Ivanhoe Leung, School of Chemical Sciences, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand.

Deadline: 05 December 2014