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.
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| 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).
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| 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 |