PhD Opportunities
Two MRC funded 4-year PhD studentships for October 2013
Closing date Friday 15th February 2013. Apply here
More information can be found at http://www.findaphd.com/search/PhDDetails.aspx?CAID=1089&LID=355
MRC Harwell offers first class opportunities for PhD students including excellent scientific facilities and a formal training programme. Students register on a 4-year PhD programme that includes an initial six-month induction and rotation across two laboratories of their choice before selecting and embarking on their research project. Students register with either the University of Oxford or the Open University. MRC Harwell is part of the wider Oxford University Campus with excellent interactions across the Medical Sciences Division.
Currently we have 21 doctoral training students. The student body runs a twice yearly student research mini-symposium. There is also an annual student symposium presenting work to MRC Harwell scientists and external supervisors. MRC Harwell has a strong post-graduate programme and puts considerable emphasis on the recruitment and support of career development fellows. Together the many junior members of the Unit contribute to a vibrant atmosphere providing a supportive environment for the development of future leaders in mouse genetics.
Potential Projects
PhD projects are on offer in each of the three sections in the research areas listed below.
Functional Genomics and Disease Mechanisms
- Biocomputing
- Statistical Genomics
- Disease Model Discovery
- Cilia, Development and Disease
- Sexual Development
- Respiratory Disease
Neuroscience
- Neurobehavioural Genetics
- Genetics and Pathobiology of Deafness
- Neurodegeneration
Metabolism
- Genetics of type 2 diabetes
- Liver Metabolism
- Bone Disorders
See our research pages for more information and the contact details of potential supervisors if you have any specific questions relating to projects.
Informal inquiries can be made to the Director of Graduate Studies Professor Roger Cox by emailing r.cox@har.mrc.ac.uk
