PhD in Nutrition & Cognitive Health for E-Sports

Loughborough University; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK educational institution is offering a Ph.D. studentship focused on e-sports nutrition and health. The role involves conducting research on the demands of e-sports athletes and implementing both cross-sectional and intervention studies. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in human nutrition or cognitive research, and strong communication skills. The studentship offers a tax-free stipend of £20,780 per annum for three years, alongside tuition fees coverage. Applications are submitted online referencing SSEHS/LJ26.

Benefits

Tax-free stipend of £20,780 per annum

Full coverage of university tuition fees

Qualifications

• Have a minimum 2:1 Honours degree in human nutrition, sport sciences, psychology, or health-related subjects.
• Demonstrated experience in human nutrition or cognitive research.
• Show enthusiasm and passion for human health and performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on e-sports athletes' nutrition and health needs.
• Engage in studies and collect biological and performance data.
• Present findings to industry professionals at Mars.

Skills

Strong communication/inter-personal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience of human nutrition or cognitive research

Education

At least a 2:1 Honours degree in relevant fields

MSc in nutrition, exercise, or psychology-related degrees

Job description

A leading UK educational institution is offering a Ph.D. studentship focused on e-sports nutrition and health. The role involves conducting research on the demands of e-sports athletes and implementing both cross-sectional and intervention studies. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in human nutrition or cognitive research, and strong communication skills. The studentship offers a tax-free stipend of £20,780 per annum for three years, alongside tuition fees coverage. Applications are submitted online referencing SSEHS/LJ26.