PhD opportunities: 'Finance under water’ & ‘Storm triplets and beyond’, Loughborough University, UK

Regional Studies Association; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

As part of the CENTA and Flood-CDTs, I’ve got two funded PhDs available at Loughborough University, UK.

2026-LU02 Storm Triplets and Beyond: Jet Stream Forcing of Cyclone Sequences

This project on compounding hazards will move beyond simply the coincidence of pairs of flooding and/or extreme wind. It opens a new line of enquiry into how multiple events (triplets or more) cause our worst episodes of winter weather, now and in future climates. Working with the insurance sector, it is perfect for a scientist interested in the impacts of extreme weather.

Finance Under Water? Assessing Flood Risk in Banking and Insurance Systems (Ref: FCDT-26-LU7)

Taking flood risk modelling into its consequences for the financial system, this PhD is an exciting blend of hydrology and economics. Perfect for either an environmental scientist interested in impact or application, or an economics-minded student with an interest in climate change.