The Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at The Open University invites applications for full-time funded PhD Studentships for an October 2019 start; projects are divided into different categories based on the disciplines and the range of backgrounds expected from applicants.
Disciplines:
- Physics
- Physics Education
- Astronomy
- Planetary and Space Science
- Space Instrumentation
Number of positions: likely to be at least 10 full-time PhD studentships available, funded by STFC and the OU.
Duration and value: The three-year research studentships provide a maintenance grant of £14,777 per year (2018-2019 rate) and all academic fees are covered.
More information:
- Candidates may apply for multiple projects
- Applications are welcome from UK-based, non-UK and non-EU applicants.
Applications:
- Completed application form may be sent to STEM-SPS-Phd-Admin@open.ac.uk (reference: 11821) with following attachments:
- up to date CV
- List of individual courses taken and grades obtained
- Personal statement
- Any other relevant information that may be considered
- Indication of project(s) of interest
Interview date: 14/15 March 2019
Projects available:
Physics
P1: Testing quantum correlations in a cold atoms platform for quantum computation
Contact: Silvia Bergamini
P2: Understanding electron-induced damage in biomolecular clusters
Contact: Sam Eden
P3: Electron impact neutral dissociation of triamotic molecules
Contact: Jimena Gorfinkiel
P4: Theory of quantum simulators for unconventional superconductors
Contact: Jim Hague
P5: Combining AI techniques with physics for novel arterial growth algorithms
Contact: Jim Hague
P6: Electronic structure and dynamics of adsorbed and condensed phase PAHs
Contact: Holly Hedgeland and Anita Dawes
P7: Quantum correlated probes for weak field sensing
Contact: Calum MacCormick
P8: Electron and positron scattering data for radiation bio-matter modelling
Contact: Jimena Gorfinkiel
Physics Education
PE1: Next generation Physics assessment by neural network application
Contact: Holly Hedgeland
Astronomy
A1: The search for realistic interstellar ice analogues: ice films, icy aerosols and molecular clusters
Contact: Anita Dawes
A2: Ice-mapping in the JWST Era
Contact: Helen Fraser
A3: Light-field motion tracking in laboratory studies of planet formation
Contact: Helen Fraser
A4: Unveiling the structure and reactivity of interstellar ice with neutron scattering studies
Contact: Helen Fraser
A6/PSS11: Asteroid spin and surface properties
Contact: Ulrich Kolb
A7: Variable stars in the SuperWASP all sky survey
Contact: Andrew Norton
A8: Finding distant galaxies with generative adversarial neural networks
Contact: Stephen Serjeant
Planetary & Space Science
PSS1: Volatile accretion and impact histories of early-formed planetesimals
Contact: Mahesh Anand
PSS2: The stratigraphic history of Arabia Terra, Mars
Contact: Matt Balme
PSS3: Tectonism in western Arabia Terra, Mars
Contact: Matt Balme
PSS4: The icy climate of Mars
Contact: Stephen Lewis
PSS5: Dust devils on Mars: analysing local wind patterns using atmospheric models and observations
Contact: Stephen Lewis
PSS6: Limits of habitability of the icy moons
Contact: Karen Olsson-Francis
PSS7/SI10: Characterisation of the NOMAD detector on the ExoMars TGO mission to Mars
Contact: Manish Patel
PSS8: Geological mapping in Mercury’s southern hemisphere
Contact: David Rothery
PSS9: From the Colorado Plateau to Mars: using magmatic intrusions into sulphate-rich sediments for Martian habitable environments
Contact: Susanne Schwenzer
PSS10/SI11: The feasibility of in situ VOC analysis on icy bodies
Contact: Simon Sheridan
PSS11/A6: Asteroid spin and surface properties
Contact: Ulrich Kolb
Space Instrumentation
SI1: Development of curved silicon detectors for space telescopes and ground-based astronomy appliations
Contact: Andrew Holland
SI2: WFIRST AFTA-C: Challenges in direct imaging of ExoPlanets in a harsh radiation environment
Contact: Nathan Bush
SI3: Development of the scientific P-Channel CCD for space applications and modelling in-flight performance
Contact: Ben Dryer
SI4: Development of an Imager for CubeSatellites
Contact: Andrew Holland
SI5: Microwave extraction of oxygen from lunar simulants
Contact: Andrew Morse
SI7: Prospecting for lunar resources
Contact: Andrew Morse
SI8: Advanced CMOS image sensor technology for precision astronomy at ESO
Contact: Jesper Skottfelt
SI9: The flight X-ray camera on the NASA ‘OGRE’ sounding rocket
Contact: Matthew Soman
SI10/PSS7: Characterisation of the NOMAD detector on the ExoMars TGO mission to Mars
Contact: Manish Patel
SI11/PSS10 The feasibility of in situ VOC analysis on icy bodies
Contact: Simon Sheridan
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| Organization | The Open University |
| Country | UK |
| Fellowship Level | Doctoral |
| Subject areas | Physics, Physics Education, Astronomy, Planetary and Space Science, Space Instrumentation |
| Fellowship amount | Funded |
| Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
| Deadline | 15th February 2019 |
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