Fully Funded PhD: Water Resilience & Infrastructure

RFCSR; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition fees covered

Annual stipend

Job summary

Newcastle University is offering a fully funded PhD studentship WRII2601 in water resilience and infrastructure innovation, addressing climate resilience and sustainable water systems. The successful candidate will undertake interdisciplinary research combining engineering, environmental science, and data-driven methods, tackling urban water management and infrastructure planning.

Eligibility includes a minimum 2:1 honours degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field; a master’s

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 honours degree in a relevant discipline such as civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, or related field
• A master’s degree in a relevant subject is desirable but not essential
• Applicants should meet English language requirements
• Demonstrated interest in water systems, infrastructure, and sustainability research

Responsibilities

• Undertake an interdisciplinary research project on water resilience and infrastructure innovation
• Produce original research contributing to academic publications and practical applications
• Collaborate with industry and policy stakeholders where possible
• Communicate findings effectively through written and spoken channels

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interdisciplinary research

Communication skills

Data analysis tools

Education

2:1 honours degree (civil/environmental engineering or related)

Master's degree desirable

Tools

Data analysis tools

Modelling tools

Job description

Newcastle University is offering a fully funded PhD studentship WRII2601 in water resilience and infrastructure innovation, addressing climate resilience and sustainable water systems. The successful candidate will undertake interdisciplinary research combining engineering, environmental science, and data-driven methods, tackling urban water management and infrastructure planning.

Eligibility includes a minimum 2:1 honours degree in civil/environmental engineering or related field; a master’s