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 this link.

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 of the post.

Click here for an application form. 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.

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