PhD Engineering: Optimising the treatment process and physical design of a low-tech, high-performance biofiltration system

This PhD will use simple mathematical modelling to develop, calibrate and implement a design tool for optimisating the biological, physical and chemical processes in low-cost biofilters for provision of drinking water for rural communities. The student will work in a team with three other PhD students and a Post Doctoral Researacher: two microbiologists, an anatlytical chemist and an engineer.

The position, based at the University of Glasgow, offers a unique and exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of environmental engineering along-side industry partners, Scottish Water, gaining experience in both academic and professional environments. We are seeking exceptional candidates to join an internationally leading research group to deliver real-world solutions through evidenced based research. Applications from highly motivated candidates from chemical, civil or mechanical engineers or from numerical science are welcomed. Candidates will ideally hold a masters level qualification and a good undergraduate degree. For further details and full applications (curriculum vitae, cover letter stating PhD of interest and contact details of two referees) by the above deadline to Dr. Stephanie Connelly, [Email Address Removed]