PhD Biochemistry
University of Essex
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University of Essex

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University of Essex

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Essex

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APR-27

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University of Essex

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Research in our School of Life Sciences covers a wide spectrum of biology from genes to ecosystems, and this broad-based structure provides opportunities for developing novel ideas and inter-disciplinary projects. We offer supervision in all areas of staff expertise in biochemistry, and our projects encompass studies of fundamental biochemical mechanisms as well as the biochemical basis of disease states.As a research student at Essex, you will work at the heart of our internationally ...Read more

Research in our School of Life Sciences covers a wide spectrum of biology from genes to ecosystems, and this broad-based structure provides opportunities for developing novel ideas and inter-disciplinary projects. We offer supervision in all areas of staff expertise in biochemistry, and our projects encompass studies of fundamental biochemical mechanisms as well as the biochemical basis of disease states.As a research student at Essex, you will work at the heart of our internationally acknowledged, well-resourced and well-connected research community. We offer world-class supervision and training opportunities, and encourage you to engage with other researchers, professionals, practitioners and research users, where possible, for example using the generous funding from Proficio to attend conferences and training courses.

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29th
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You will need a good honours degree or a Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well-developed research proposal is also essential.

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£5,006 per year

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£22,550 per year

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University of Essex
University of Essex , Colchester

The University of Essex prides itself on being at the forefront of research innovation and global change....

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Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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