19 June 2015
A fully funded PhD studentship is available for an outstanding UK/EU graduate.

Scientific supervision: Lancaster University jointly with DTU, Technical University of Denmark

  • Supervisor at Lancaster University:
    • Prof. Claudio Paoloni, Engineering Department
  • Supervisor at DTU, Technical University of Denmark:
    • Prof. Peter Uhd Jepsen, Department of Photonics Engineering

A fully funded PhD studentship is available for an outstanding UK/EU graduate. You will participate in an exciting joint research to study novel low energy electron sources for applications in electron microscopy or in novel concept of THz vacuum electron devices

Description

The research is based on the simulation of the emission and interaction of electrons from different sources with different excitations. An experimental activity in realisation and testing of the simulated structures will be part of the work. You will work with renowned experts in the field in a stimulating scientific environment.

The PhD studentship is based at Lancaster University to work with E-MIT group. One year will be spent at DTU to work with the Terahertz Science & Technology Group.

The E-MIT (Engineering of Microwave, Terahertz and Light) group at the Engineering Department at Lancaster University is a leading group in the field of millimetre and THz vacuum electron devices and applications.

The Terahertz Science & Technology group at Department of Photonics Engineering at DTU is a leading group in use of light in the terahertz and infrared part of the spectrum for spectroscopy, imaging and manipulation of semiconductors, liquids, composite materials and biological matter.

Eligibility

You should have a Degree at 2.1 or above (or equivalent) in engineering science or physics and should demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and motivation to explore novel research fields. Knowledge of electromagnetics, microfabrication processes, three-dimensional simulations could be advantageous. Only UK/EU graduates are eligible.

The following financial support will be received:

  • Full funding of tuition fees for 3.5 years
  • A stipend of £13,863 per year in line with RCUK guidelines
  • Access to a Research Training Support Grant

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Claudio Paoloni (Department of Engineering, Lancaster University, Lancaster, LA1 4YR, UK.) Tel: +44-1524-592721. E-mail: c.paoloni@lancaster.ac.uk.

Applications should be made via the Postgraduate Admissions Portal. Once you have created an account you will be able to fill in your personal details, background and upload supporting documentation.