Fully Funded PhD: AI Decision Engines & CPS Security

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fees covered at Home rate

Stipend for 3.5 years

Job summary

Newcastle University invites applications for a PhD studentship focused on AI-driven decision engines in cyber-physical systems. The project aims to develop an empirical framework to evaluate security robustness and operational risks in safety-critical environments, with supervision by Dr Mujeeb Ahmed.

The studentship covers Home fees and a living allowance; start date 21 September 2026, duration 3.5 years, sponsored by the School of Computing.

Qualifications

• 2:1 Honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g., computing, mathematics, engineering)
• Strong analytical and written communication skills
• Enthusiasm for research and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Develop a rigorous empirical framework to evaluate AI decision engines in cyber-physical systems.
• Assess security robustness, failure modes, and operational risks across CPS applications.

Job description

Newcastle University invites applications for a PhD studentship focused on AI-driven decision engines in cyber-physical systems. The project aims to develop an empirical framework to evaluate security robustness and operational risks in safety-critical environments, with supervision by Dr Mujeeb Ahmed.

The studentship covers Home fees and a living allowance; start date 21 September 2026, duration 3.5 years, sponsored by the School of Computing.