PhD Studentship Clinical Sciences Research Institute Warwick Medical School
*Fixed-term contract for 3 years*
The Clinical Sciences Research Institute, at Warwick Medical School, is pleased to announce the offer of a PhD research scholarship into understanding molecular mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. Ideally you will be able to commence in February 2008.
To date the most common form of type 2 diabetes is one that is related to obesity. Yet, we know little about what causes insulin resistance in the obese or why obesity is associated with sub-clinical inflammation. At present, there is a prevalent view - regarding obesity and its development - that people eat too much of the wrong foods, that they undertake too little physical activity and this programs the genetically susceptible for a lifetime of insulin resistance. In reality, while this may be apparent, there is still very little known about how hyperinsulinaemia/insulin resistance may mediate the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes and its complications. These studies will enhance our understanding of the pathogenesis of obesity associated type 2 diabetes, as well as the mechanisms for the development of insulin resistance and sub-clinical inflammation associated with this state. In addition, understanding the mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes may highlight a better way to manage those in the pre-diabetic phase.
Applications are invited from graduates in relevant science based disciplines for this exciting opportunity. The studentship is available for a period of three years, and includes payment of tuition fees of £12,600 and a postgraduate stipend.
The studentship is available to UK, EU and International candidates. International candidates (outside EU) would be required to pay the difference between UK/EU Tuition Fees and International Tuition Fees. It is a requirement that overseas students pass an IELTS of TOEFL English language proficiency test. Further information on the language proficiency requirements can be found at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/academicoffice/postgrad/onlineformhelp/language/
When you complete an on-line application form, please email Human Resources, WMSpersonnel@warwick.ac.uk to confirm you have submitted an application form.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr. Alison Harte:
A.Harte@Warwick.ac.uk.
Interviews will be held at the Clinical Sciences Research Institute based at Walsgrave Hospital.
Interview date: 15 January 2008
Click here for further details <http://go.warwick.ac.uk/jobs/further_particulars/wms10-127.doc> of the post.
Click here for an application form <http://postgrad.warwick.ac.uk/SWIFT/pgapp/login.asp>. Please clearly state in the Academic interests and purpose of study section the title of the PhD study you are applying for. To receive a hard copy application pack, please contact Human Resources, on +44(0)24 7657 5810 (24 hour answer phone), or by e-mail to WMSpersonnel@warwick.ac.uk.
An application form must be completed if you wish to be considered for this post. Please note that the hard copy application pack and the on-line application pack are the same.
*Fixed-term contract for 3 years*
The Clinical Sciences Research Institute, at Warwick Medical School, is pleased to announce the offer of a PhD research scholarship into understanding molecular mechanisms involved in the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes. Ideally you will be able to commence in February 2008.
To date the most common form of type 2 diabetes is one that is related to obesity. Yet, we know little about what causes insulin resistance in the obese or why obesity is associated with sub-clinical inflammation. At present, there is a prevalent view - regarding obesity and its development - that people eat too much of the wrong foods, that they undertake too little physical activity and this programs the genetically susceptible for a lifetime of insulin resistance. In reality, while this may be apparent, there is still very little known about how hyperinsulinaemia/insulin resistance may mediate the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes and its complications. These studies will enhance our understanding of the pathogenesis of obesity associated type 2 diabetes, as well as the mechanisms for the development of insulin resistance and sub-clinical inflammation associated with this state. In addition, understanding the mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes may highlight a better way to manage those in the pre-diabetic phase.
Applications are invited from graduates in relevant science based disciplines for this exciting opportunity. The studentship is available for a period of three years, and includes payment of tuition fees of £12,600 and a postgraduate stipend.
The studentship is available to UK, EU and International candidates. International candidates (outside EU) would be required to pay the difference between UK/EU Tuition Fees and International Tuition Fees. It is a requirement that overseas students pass an IELTS of TOEFL English language proficiency test. Further information on the language proficiency requirements can be found at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/academicoffice/postgrad/onlineformhelp/language/
When you complete an on-line application form, please email Human Resources, WMSpersonnel@warwick.ac.uk to confirm you have submitted an application form.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr. Alison Harte:
A.Harte@Warwick.ac.uk.
Interviews will be held at the Clinical Sciences Research Institute based at Walsgrave Hospital.
Interview date: 15 January 2008
Click here for further details <http://go.warwick.ac.uk/jobs/further_particulars/wms10-127.doc> of the post.
Click here for an application form <http://postgrad.warwick.ac.uk/SWIFT/pgapp/login.asp>. Please clearly state in the Academic interests and purpose of study section the title of the PhD study you are applying for. To receive a hard copy application pack, please contact Human Resources, on +44(0)24 7657 5810 (24 hour answer phone), or by e-mail to WMSpersonnel@warwick.ac.uk.
An application form must be completed if you wish to be considered for this post. Please note that the hard copy application pack and the on-line application pack are the same.
*Please quote job vacancy reference number WMS10-127.*
*The closing date/time for applications is 17:30 (British time) on Wednesday 02 January 2008.*
