PhD – Selective capture layers for biofluid dosimetry

School of Applied Sciences

Cranfield University

Supported by EPSRC and industrial sponsorship, a studentship of up to £13,100 p.a. for 3 years plus fees* is available.

Probe Scientific Ltd and Cranfield University are undertaking a collaborative research programme in the field of biofluid analysis and have a vacancy for a highly motivated science or engineering graduate. Cranfield University is an excellent environment for solidly extending the breadth and depth of one's knowledge. The work is aimed at developing, through groundbreaking innovation, novel optically-based (bio)chemical sensors for the clinical analysis of human blood using Probe Scientific's micro blood sampling device. The result should be a real time patient monitoring system that will satisfy currently unmet clinical needs, improving patient care and reducing health-care costs.

Probe Scientific Ltd, located in state-of-the-art high technology facilities at Priory Business Park, Bedford, is a highly innovative company specialising in diagnostic and therapeutic devices based on micro separation technologies.

Exclusively postgraduate, Cranfield University is a leading European institution for technology and applied science, with a global reputation for its research. Many members of staff are drawn from senior positions in industry, ensuring a dynamic web of links with the commercial world.

Study information

Qualification:: PhD
Study duration:: 3 years
Study mode:: FT
Entry requirements:: Suitable applicants will normally have a first class or 2:1 UK Honours degree, or equivalent, in chemical engineering, optics or a related discipline. Knowledge of materials and biochemistry is also desirable. Relevant experience will also be taken into account.

Funding information

Funder:: EPSRC and Probe Scientific
Value:: £13,100p.a
Number of awards per year:: 1
Funding applies to:: EU applicants (including UK)
Funding notes:: *Supported by an EPSRC bursary, this studentship will cover the tuition fees at the UK/EU rate only and provide a bursary of up to £13,100 p.a. for three years dependent upon qualifications, experience and project. Details on overseas student fees are available on our website.

Contacts and how to apply

Academic contact:

Supervisors: Professor Jeremy Ramsden

Administrative contact and how to apply:

Please submit a CV and complete the application form at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/prospectus/app/pgappform.pdf

Alternatively, for more information and an application form please contact:
School of Applied Sciences
T: 44 (0)1234 754086
E: appliedsciences@cranfield.ac.uk

Application deadline:

30 September 2008