UCL Chemistry PhD in Carbohydrate Chemistry and Protein Modification — Derek Macmillan
University College London (UCL)
UCL Chemistry seeks a PhD researcher for Dr Derek Macmillan’s lab to develop carbohydrate building blocks and protein modification methods. The three-year studentship is fully funded for Home-fee-eligible applicants only. Apply by 31 October 2026; start 1 February 2027.
The Macmillan group will investigate processes for modifying peptides and proteins with novel carbohydrates, progressing from model synthetic systems to biological protein targets. The successful researcher will train in carbohydrate and peptide chemistry, cell biology and protein engineering. UCL describes this as a fully funded three-year Chemistry PhD studentship in Dr Derek Macmillan’s laboratory. The funding covers Home-rate fees only, so applicants must satisfy Home-fee eligibility.
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Benefits
Three-year fully funded Chemistry PhD studentship for Home-fee-eligible applicants. UCL does not state a stipend amount on this specific project listing; confirm the award terms with the department. Overseas-rate tuition is not covered.
Eligibility summary
Applicants should have, or expect, a first or upper-second class honours degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or a closely related discipline. UCL welcomes UK nationals, EU students with settled or pre-settled status, and those with indefinite leave to remain or enter. The studentship only covers Home fees; check your fee status with UCL before applying.
Requirements
Complete the linked MS Form for the Chemistry research degree and submit UCL’s electronic Graduate Application for Research degree: Chemistry by 31 October 2026. Ask referees to provide references promptly. Informal enquiries to Dr Derek Macmillan at d.macmillan@ucl.ac.uk are encouraged.
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