Loughborough University is awarding a fully funded PhD studentship in Multi-Phase Cooling Systems within the Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. The proposed starting dates are April 2015 or October 2015 depending on the availability of the successful applicant. The 3 years studentship is expected to have a stipend of £13,863 to £15,870 tax free (the exact amount depends on fee status and experience) for the first year and then rising by £1,000 per annum. The successful applicant would not be required to pay any tuition fees. The application deadline is 5th December 2014.

Study Subject(s): Studentship is awarded within the Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. The research topic focuses around the performance and underlying mechanisms of multi-phase cooling systems. It will be both highly challenging and rewarding. The research will include: experimental investigation of the performance of multi-phase cooling systems, characterization and understanding the flow and heat transfer process in multi-phase cooling systems, mainly through experiments and supported by modeling and apply and develop probing and optical diagnostic techniques in thermo-fluid system.
Course Level: Studentship is available for pursuing PhD research programme at Loughborough University.
Scholarship Provider: The Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, Loughborough University
Scholarship can be taken at: UK

Eligibility: The candidates must be expecting, or have already obtained a first degree (1st class or high 2:1 honours or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, physics or other relevant subject. Good communication skills are essential and interest in, and basic understanding of the thermo-fluid system is desirable.

Scholarship Open for International Students: This PhD studentship is for UK/EU students only.

Scholarship Description: 
The Wolfson School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering are looking for a high calibre candidate to join a research team as a PhD student driving forward the development of future multi-phase cooling technologies for energy systems with potential impact in the automotive sector and power generation sector. This is an opportunity for world class research training at Loughborough University, including opportunities to explore state-of-art optical diagnostic facilities, and attend international conferences. The successful applicant will be expected to be an integral part of a collaborative research team. The research topic focuses around the performance and underlying mechanisms of multi-phase cooling systems. It will be both highly challenging and rewarding.

Number of award(s): One PhD studentship is available.

Duration of award(s): The studentship is awarded for up to three years. The proposed starting dates are April 2015 or October 2015 depending on the availability of the successful applicant.

What does it cover? The 3 years studentship is expected to have a stipend of £13,863 to £15,870 tax free (the exact amount depends on fee status and experience) for the first year and then rising by £1,000 per annum. The successful applicant would not be required to pay any tuition fees.

Selection Criteria: Not Known

Notification: Not Known

How to Apply: The mode of applying is online. Please quote the reference HZ201014 on all correspondence and especially on the application form. After the closing date for applications, the most promising candidates will be invited to demonstrate their communication skills by giving a short 10 minute presentation (web based or in person) on an interesting project they have previously been involved in which will be followed by a short interview. The successful applicant at this stage will be recommended to the School for a scholarship where a final decision will be made.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 5th December 2014.

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