PhD Studentship in Chemistry

University of Nottingham

Area: Chemistry
Location: UK (Other)
Closing Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Reference: SCI3052
Eligibility: Open to UK students only

Overview

The School of Chemistry at the University of Nottingham invites applications for a fully funded PhD studentship in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry. The studentship covers tuition fees and provides a stipend for eligible UK students.

This award provides 4 years of funding, starting October 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicants should have (or expect to obtain by the start date) at least a 2.1 degree in Chemistry, Physics, or a related subject.

  • Open to UK students only.

Project Description

The PhD candidate will work under Prof. Elena Besley on computational modelling of next-generation semiconductors made from atomically thin materials.

The computational team collaborates with academia and industry partners to address challenges in the science and technology of atomically thin semiconductors for low-energy-consumption electronics.

Application Process

  • Informal enquiries can be made to Prof. Elena Besley at elena.besley@nottingham.ac.uk.

  • There is no strict application deadline; applications will be processed until a suitable candidate is found.

  • Interested applicants should contact Prof. Elena Besley directly, providing a CV and reason for applying.

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