Enhancing a Degradable Polymer Properties for Medical Application
Summary
Join our leading multidisciplinary bioengineering research centre, known for strong industry engagement and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated PhD candidate to be part of a high-impact project that addresses critical challenges in local manufacturing and MedTech innovation.
Supervisor
Professor Fariba Dehghani.
Research location
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Synopsis
This project aims to develop innovative sutures by using advanced polymer chemistry and additive manufacturing. The goal is to create sutures with customizable properties and broad applications across various surgical fields, including medical and veterinary practices.
This PhD project offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research with real-world applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct original research in the development of biodegradable biopolymer-based sutures.
- Apply advanced polymer chemistry and surface functionalization techniques.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including industry partners, to translate research findings into practical solutions.
- Participate in the design, testing, and optimization of sutures for diverse medical and veterinary applications.
- Present research findings at conferences and contribute to scientific publications.
All research will be conducted using the state-of-art facilities and equipment located at the Faculty of Engineering and Sydney Institute of Agriculture.
This will be a unique and exciting opportunity to:
- Work in a rich and multidisciplinary research environment with international collaboration
- Be mentored by reputable, world-leading researchers
- Take part in translational research with substantive commercial impact
- Build entrepreneurship and innovation expertise in the Australian R&D sector
- Involve in an industry-based project with unique opportunity to have mentors from an international Company
- Have an opportunity to attend international conferences to meet and be mentored by internationally reputed specialists
- Make a significant contribution to solving major challenges in the field
For more information about the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering please see: http://sydney.edu.au/engineering/chemical/.
Additional information
Offering:
A scholarship for 3.5 years at the RTP stipend rate (currently $40,109 in 2024). International applicants will have their tuition fees covered.
A supplementary scholarship may be available if applicant has a RTP scholarship or equivalent.
Successful candidates must:
- Have a Bachelors degree (1st class honours or equivalent) or a Masters degree in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Bioengineering, textile engineering or a related field
- Strong background in polymer chemistry and biodegradable materials.
- A significant background in polymer processing using thermal processing
- Experience in laboratory research, including material characterization techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a high level of motivation.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
How to apply:
Please send the following to fariba.dehghani@sydney.edu.au. Applications close 31 December 2024.
- A detailed CV, including academic qualifications, research experience, and publications.
- A cover letter explaining your interest in the project and how your skills and experience align with the selection criteria.
- Contact information for at least two academic referees.
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Opportunity ID
The opportunity ID for this research opportunity is 3588
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