The University of Nottingham is offering a PhD Studentship in Concrete4Change and Centre for Sustainable Chemistry for the academic session 2024/2025.
The University of Nottingham’s Centre for Sustainable Chemistry invites applications for a PhD studentship focused on developing sustainable, advanced concrete materials with carbon-negative footprints. This interdisciplinary program combines organic and polymer chemistry, materials science, and data analysis, including machine learning. Successful candidates will collaborate with Concrete4Change and Nottingham Trent University, with training based at the Carbon Neutral Laboratory.The University of Nottingham is a prestigious research-intensive institution located in the heart of England. Known for its innovative teaching and globally recognized research, the university boasts a diverse and dynamic academic community. With a commitment to sustainability, the University of Nottingham provides state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Carbon Neutral Laboratory, to foster groundbreaking advancements.
Nottingham Trent University Information
Established in 1992, Nottingham Trent University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Nottingham (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Nottingham Trent University (NTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 27 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this UK higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
- Unique PhD training program based at the Carbon Neutral Laboratory at the University of Nottingham.
- Collaboration with Concrete4Change (C4C) and the School of Architecture Design and the Built Environment at Nottingham Trent University.
- Involvement with the UK community dedicated to achieving sustainable concrete solutions.
- Opportunity to learn invaluable skills required for the next few decades and contribute to humanity’s quest for decarbonization.
- Stipend at EPSRC standard rates, starting at £18,622 per year with annual increases.
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Application Process
To apply, please send a covering email and a copy of your CV to . Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis and the position will be closed as soon as the right candidate is found.