Research opportunities

The group trains researchers in synthetic electrochemistry, organic synthesis, electroanalysis, reaction-mechanism studies, flow processing and scientific communication. Enquiries are considered where the proposed project fits the group’s programme and an appropriate funding or admissions route exists.

What researchers can develop here

Projects begin with a clear chemical problem and a rigorous experimental plan.

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Researchers in the group gain practical expertise in electrosynthesis, supported by training in organic synthesis, electrochemical measurement, reaction-mechanism studies, flow processing, analytical interpretation, scientific writing and presentation. Training is tailored to the project and career stage.

What to include in an initial enquiry

  • Your current institution and status.
  • A four-to-six-sentence explanation of the research fit.
  • The proposed start date or visit period.
  • The funding scheme, eligibility and deadline, where relevant.
  • Any facilities or collaboration requirements.
  • No passport, confidential results or sensitive personal documents.

A CV is not required for an initial enquiry. It can be requested later if the discussion progresses to a formal application.

Submit an initial enquiry

Routes to join the group

Choose the route that matches your career stage and funding position.

Enquiries welcome

Self-funded or externally funded doctoral study

Potential applicants should first identify a suitable supervisor and discuss the research idea. Formal applications follow the live University requirements and are submitted through the official process.

Official application process

Enquiries considered

Visiting doctoral researchers

State your home institution, supervisor, proposed visit period, funding, required facilities and a defined project that complements current group work. The home institution remains responsible for its approvals and funding unless agreed otherwise.

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Postdoctoral vacancies

Advertised posts must be applied for through the recruitment route named in the official University advertisement.

Institutional selection required

Fellowship applicants

Include your eligibility, scheme, project outline and why the Lam Research Group is the appropriate host. Contact the group well before the funder’s deadline because institutional approval, internal selection and proposal development may be required.

Enquiries considered

MPhil research

MPhil admission and project development follow the University’s research-degree process. Initial enquiries should describe the proposed research question, relevant preparation and funding route.

Partnerships

Academic and industrial partnerships

Collaboration enquiries are handled through the Partnerships page, which explains the group’s capabilities, suitable project types and the route for an initial non-confidential discussion.

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External funding sources

Eligibility, deadlines and host requirements must be checked directly with each funder.

Doctoral candidates

PhD funding

Only external awards that can support doctoral study in the Lam Research Group at the University of Greenwich are listed here. UKRI studentships must be attached to, or formally hosted by, the University. Eligible international candidates should also investigate scholarships from their home-country government, national research council, employer or current university.

Postdoctoral researchers

Postdoctoral fellowships

Fellowship enquiries should identify a specific external scheme and explain the proposed research fit. Host approval and internal selection may be required before submission.