Part-Time PhD: Control Systems & Robotics (Research + Teaching)

Nuclear Inst; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a part-time PhD position in the Control Systems and Robotics Group. The PhD lasts 70 months with a 60/40 research/teaching split, offering exposure to both advanced research and academic teaching in a leading university environment.

The funded project is aligned to control theory, robotics, autonomous systems, and related applications across sectors such as nuclear, aerospace and energy.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and motivation for doctoral research.
• Interest in contributing to teaching activities within the university.
• Background in control systems, robotics, autonomous systems, mechatronics, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 60% research and 40% teaching as part of the PhD role.
• Engage in group activities and contribute to both research and teaching.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other staff within the Control Systems and Robotics Group.

Skills

Analytical skills

Motivation for doctoral research

Education

First-class or 2:1 degree in engineering/robotics or related discipline

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a part-time PhD position in the Control Systems and Robotics Group. The PhD lasts 70 months with a 60/40 research/teaching split, offering exposure to both advanced research and academic teaching in a leading university environment.

The funded project is aligned to control theory, robotics, autonomous systems, and related applications across sectors such as nuclear, aerospace and energy.