The Retention of Oil/Organic Wastes in Low Carbon Cementitious Wasteforms PhD Studentship at University of Sheffield 2025

The Retention of Oil/Organic Wastes in Low Carbon Cementitious Wasteforms for Radioactive Waste Disposal

Eligibility:

• This PhD opportunity is available to UK students or EU students with 3 years of UK residency, holding at least an upper second-class honours degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, bioscience, or a related technical subject. 
• Candidates should have a strong interest in cement materials, geopolymers, and waste management.
• Non-native English speakers must meet the University of Sheffield’s English language requirements, with an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and at least 6.0 in each component.

Benefits/Value:

• This is a fully funded PhD studentship supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and Sellafield Ltd. It covers tuition fees and provides an enhanced tax-free stipend starting at £20,780, with annual increases in line with the UKRI base rate.
• In addition, there is a £46,500 research support and training grant for the duration of the award (4 years).
• The studentship is also part of the SATURN Centre for Doctoral Training, offering exceptional training and development opportunities in the nuclear sector.

Application Process:

• Interested candidates should contact Dr. Dan Geddes at d.geddes@sheffield.ac.uk to discuss their interest and suitability for the project before applying.