PhD Studentship: Structure and Function of the Genome

The PhD Studentship for the Structure and Function of the Genome supports a four-year studentship funded by Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute and includes full funding for University fees and an index-linked stipend starting at £22,500 for four years. Professor Sir Shankar Balasubramanian is seeking a student to work on a specific project in the structure and function of the genome. This position will be primarily based in the Balasubramanian Lab in the CRUK Cambridge Institute, and will involve collaborative interactions with the group's sister lab in the Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry. The student will be highly motivated, capable of independent thought and have excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively. Ideally, the candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology and/or biochemistry. A good knowledge of genomics and the chemistry/chemical biology of nucleic acids is highly desirable.