PhD Studentship – Computational Study of the Electronic Structure of High Temperature Superconductors

PhD Studentship – Computational Study of the Electronic Structure of High Temperature Superconductors

University College London: Department of Chemistry – PhD Studentship

Supervisor Prof Richard Catlow (UCL)
Co-Supervisor Prof Tom Keal (STFC< Daresbury Laboratory)
Programme of Study PhD in Chemistry
Application Deadline Sept 1st 2023
Project Title Computational Study of the Electronic Structure of High Temperature Superconductors
Project Description The project will use state-of-the-art computational techniques employing quantum mechanical/molecular mechanical (QM/MM)  techniques to model and predict the structures, energies and properties of charge carriers in oxide high temperature superconductors. The project involves a collaboration between UCL Department of Chemistry and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Daresbury Laboratory. The student will be trained in modern electronic structure techniques and the use of high performance computing technology.
Start Date 1st October 2023
Subject Areas Chemistry , materials science, physics
Duration 36 months
Source of Funding University College London/STFC
Number of Awards 1
Amount of Funding The student will be paid the standard stipend for a London based student and fees for a UK student
Eligibility This studentship is open to Home Candidates.

 

 University College London is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive environment for all.

 

 

Academic Criteria Candidates should hold or expect to gain a first class degree or a good 2.1 and/or an appropriate Master’s level qualification (or their equivalent).

 

Contact for further information Prof R. Catlow (c.r.a.catlow@ucl.ac.uk)
How to apply Candidates in the first instance should send a cv to Prof R. Catlow