A fully-funded 3.5 year PhD studentship is available in the Computational Modelling Group, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, at the University of Cambridge under the supervision of Prof. Markus Kraft. The studentship starts in October 2015, and due to funding regulations, the studentship/project is only available to citizens of the European Union. To ensure that you are eligible, please visit the link below.  We regret that we are unable to consider applications from non-EU citizens for this project.

http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/students/studentregistry/fees/funding/councils/eligibility.html

We are looking for an outstanding student who is interested in working with us to develop and apply state-of-the-art computational tools to model the combustion characteristics and engine performance of naturally aspirated and turbocharged gasoline fuelled internal combustion engines. The project will investigate phenomena including the chemical reactions occurring in the cylinder, the influence of the geometry of the combustion chamber and intake design on the engine performance.

The Computational Modelling Group has considerable expertise and a proven track record of success in these areas, and the successful applicant will benefit from the support of an experienced supervisor and research team.

Applicants must have:

1.) Strong numerical, programming skills and problem solving skills.

At least 4 years of study at University level and a high 2:1 or equivalent* degree in a relevant discipline such as mechanical or chemical engineering, physics, chemistry, mathematics, or scientific computing with a keen interest in computational modelling.  (*If you completed your degree(s) at a university outside the UK, please see http://www.graduate.study.cam.ac.uk/international-students/international-qualifications  for information on what equates to a UK 2.1).

2.) Be able to meet the graduate admissions entrance requirements of the University of Cambridge. The successful candidate will be expected to formally apply for admission: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/students/gradadmissions/prospec/studying/entryreq/. 

To apply for this position, please email the following to Mrs. Amanda Taylor, Graduate Administrator atrecruitment<στο>ceb.cam.ac.uk by noon (UK time) on Monday 11 May:

1. Please ensure that you are eligible by visiting:http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/students/studentregistry/fees/funding/councils/eligibility.html.
2. Include the Vacancy Reference number NQ05929 in the subject line of your email.
3. A copy of your CV
4. A copy of your transcripts and/or certificates from your previous degree(s) that show the grades/marks received.

If you are unable to send your application via email, please post it to: Amanda Taylor, Graduate Administrator, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, New Museums Site, Pembroke Street, CB2 3RA, United Kingdom.

Please quote reference NQ05929 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. Further information about the Computational Modelling Group can be found athttp://como.cheng.cam.ac.uk.

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