PhD Studentships in Engineering, University of Cambridge

PhD Studentships in Turbomachinery Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Heat Transfer, Noise & Instrumentation

Department of Engineering

Vacancy Reference No: NA05827

Limit of tenure applies*

Fully funded EPSRC studentships are available to conduct research at the Whittle Laboratory in fields associated with Turbomachinery Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Heat Transfer, Noise and Instrumentation. The Whittle Laboratory is one of the foremost laboratories specialising in research into the fluid dynamics and thermodynamics of all types of turbomachinery. The available projects range from fundamental studies of fluid dynamic and thermodynamic behaviour to research into complete systems. Specific problem areas currently include the noise emissions and the efficiency of fans, the effects of real geometry on the performance of axial compressors, the life of high pressure turbines, the design of turbine interducts and unsteady flows in axial turbomachines. Most of the projects will use a combination of experiments and computational modelling.

CASE awards may be available for these studentships. All of these studentships are for 3.5 years from April 2010 and are jointly funded by the EPSRC and industry. For UK students and those EU students who have been resident in the UK for the previous 3 years for educational purposes, remuneration will be at the EPSRC studentship rate (currently £13,290/year), with an additional 'top-up' of £3000/year, and all fees paid. For other EU students, this studentship will pay fees and £3000/year only. Overseas students are not eligible and should not apply.

UK or EU students with a good first degree, a masters degree and a strong background in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics or thermodynamics are invited to apply with a CV to the Senior Administrator (jet63@cam.ac.uk) as soon as possible. Decisions to accept students will be made shortly after they apply, until all of the places are filled. The number of studentships is limited.

* Limit of tenure: 3.5 years

Closing date: 19 April 2010. Planned Interview dates: Interviews will be held as suitable applications are received.

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