UK: PhD Studentship in Scientific Computing

Fully Funded PhD Studentship in Scientific Computing, School of Chemical Engineering, University Of Birmingham, UK

With generous sponsorship from the industrial partner, we are recruiting a PhD student for a collaborative research project between the University of Birmingham and sanofi-aventis. A scholarship is available to cover an annual stipend and fees, and it is open to all nationals.

The research student will be enrolled in the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham on a three year PhD studentship starting on 1st February 2009 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project will build on a current project concerning the development of multiscale models for powder processing. The focus of the research will be on advancing our current multiscale models to take into account the effect of electrostatics. Consequently, this will enable a numerical evaluation of how electrostatic charge may affect the flow and compaction behaviour of pharmaceutical formulations. The project has direct relevance to the pharmaceutical industry.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in scientific computing. Computer programming skills with Fortran or C is essential, and some experience in discrete element modelling or electrostatics would be an advantage.

Candidates should have a first or upper second class undergraduate degree, or an MSc, in Engineering, Mathematics or Physics. An excellent command in written and spoken English is essential. As the project involves annual meetings at sanofi-aventis R&D sites across the Europe, a willingness to travel abroad is also essential.

For further information please contact Dr Charley Wu on C.Y.WU@bham.ac.uk

Closing date: 31st December 2008