Opportunities to join our research group at the ANU are available (see below) but we are currently not offering new positions at the University of Edinburgh.
PhD STUDENTS (ANU)
** Fully Funded PhD Positions for 2027 (Deadline 30th November 2026) **
Applications are invited for two PhD studentships available from August 2027 (start date is flexible), to work under the supervision of Professor Andy Lawrence in the Research School of Chemistry at the Australian National University (ANU), Canberra. Possible research areas include natural product synthesis, asymmetric synthesis, chemoenzymatic synthesis, and methodology development. The successful applicants will be based in the Research School of Chemistry, ANU, Canberra.
Candidates with a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree in Chemistry (or equivalent) are encouraged to apply. Candidates should submit a formal application by email (a.lawrence@ed.ac.uk), with “ANU PhD Studentship Application” in the email subject line, by 30th November 2026. Please include a CV (with details of two potential referees) and a cover letter that details your academic background, relevant research experience and your motivation to apply for this position. Remote interviews of shortlisted candidates will take place in December–January.
Domestic Students (citizens of Australia and New Zealand): Research Scholarships for PhD study are available through the Australian Government Research Training Program. The ANU annual closing date is 31 October, for scholarships commencing the following year. There is also often a mid-year round.
International Students: Research Scholarships for PhD study to cover tuition fees and scholarships are available. See ANU HDR Fee Merit Scholarship and ANU PhD Scholarship for more details. The ANU annual closing date is 31 August, for scholarships commencing the following year. There is also often a mid-year round.
UNDERGRADUATE HONOURS STUDENTS (ANU)
The group usually hosts 2-3 final year projects in the areas of natural product synthesis, domino reactions and asymmetric synthesis. Interested students are invited to contact Andy about potential projects.
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHERS (ANU)
Applicants who are interested in applying for independent funding should contact Andy well in advance of their anticipated start date and indicate which fellowships they plan to apply for. Outstanding candidates will receive assistance with fellowship applications.
SUMMER/VISITING PROJECT STUDENTS (ANU)
Contact Andy for information on projects and opportunities.
