PhD Research Studentship
An investigation of the use of the discrete element method
in screw conveyor design
Glasgow Caledonian University -School of Engineering and Built
Environment
Reference Number: 11/12_43
Applications are invited for this
full-time PhD research studentship within the School of Engineering and Built
Environment at Glasgow Caledonian University. The studentship is for a
period of three and a half years (42 months), subject to satisfactory progress
and provides payment of tuition fees at the UK/EU rate plus an annual stipend
of £14,600 [please note that students from outside the EU are required to pay
the difference between International and EU fees, currently this would amount
to £6,672 per annum]. The successful candidate is expected to undertake
up to 6 hours of academic support activity per week.
Project Description
The Discrete Element Method (DEM) is
an exciting area of research which is undergoing rapid development in academia
and is being implemented by a broad range of industry sectors. The
project will be undertaken in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, a
world leader in DEM, and Ajax Equipment Ltd who will ensure industrial
relevance. The ideal candidate will have good analytical and mathematics
skills, some programming skills are desirable. The student will benefit
from an experienced supervisory team and will receive excellent training and
support in DEM. They will be encouraged to attended conferences and
publish their work.
Required background and/or experience of the candidate:
The candidate should possess a
relevant 1st or 2.1 honours degree. It is anticipated that the candidate
will liaise with a wide range of stakeholders and that he/she will have to
travel nationally/internationally for meetings and conference presentations.
How to Apply:
Application forms are available here and once completed
should be returned to GCUStudentships@gcu.ac.uk
Please state the Project
Title and reference number (as above) on the completed application
form.
The closing date for applications is Friday 7th September;
short-listed candidates will be contacted by 28thSeptember with
interview details.
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