Lancaster University’s new institute focusing on sustainability welcomes applications for two 3.5-year PhD studentships, funded by EPSRC (current stipend at £17668 per year). Successful candidates will study one of the six projects advertised
Brief:
To advance our means to store the energy derived from various renewable sources for a net-zero future, this PhD project will develop a smart and environment-friendly method to support ammonia synthesis for hydrogen (energy) storage via battery-assisted electrochemistry. The main objectives include: 1) design nanostructured working electrode for ammonia synthesis via battery chemistry; 2) optimise the efficiency of the electrode by doping; 3) explore new electrochemical synthesis routes via post-Li system.
This project involves material synthesis, characterisation, and data analysis, and is therefore ideal for a PhD student to develop a comprehensive skillset with a unique expertise on both battery and electrocatalysis. Key characterisations include state-of-the-art electrochemistry, XRD, PDF, SEM, XPS, NMR and Raman, which can be performed in-house within Chemistry and Engineering department, as well as the research platform established by Materials Science Lancaster. You will also have opportunities to travel to national facilities such as Diamond Light Source for synchrotron experiments and interact with the team’s academic and industrial partners in the EU.
Send applications to [Email Address Removed] and [Email Address Removed]
Entry requirements
Applicants will hold, or expect to receive, a 1st class or 2:1 UK Masters-level or BSc degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or Natural Science and possess theoretical and practical skills commensurate with a science-based undergraduate degree programme. Candidates with a 2:2 may be considered if they can demonstrate excellent research skills in their application and references.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in inorganic chemistry, experimental physical and synthetic chemistry, energy materials, and enthusiasm to work in a laboratory environment, willingness to learn, a collaborative attitude, and will possess good written and oral communication skills.
Studentship funding
Full studentships (UK tuition fees and stipend (£17,668 2023/24 [tax free]) for UK students for 3.5 years. Funding is provided by the EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council). The funding is aimed at UK Home students although exceptional international candidates can be put forward for no more than 30% of the EPSRC allocation to Lancaster University.
How to apply:
Informal enquiries and formal submissions should be made to the supervisors:
[Email Address Removed] and [Email Address Removed]
Formal applications should be made in the form of a CV and a personal statement no longer than 500 words explaining:
- Interest in the project,
- Experience
- Why we should consider your application.
A preferred candidate for each project will be selected by the potential supervisory team. This group of candidates will then be formally interviewed to allocate the two funded places.
Interviews will be held on the 2nd May between 1-5pm by a panel including the supervisor for each project.
All applications must be submitted by midnight Friday 21th April
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