At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct groundbreaking research in agent-based infection modelling for HIV treatment optimisation.
- Company: Swansea University, a leader in mathematics and computer science.
- Benefits: Fully funded PhD with a stipend of £21,805 plus an additional £5,000.
- Other info: Gain hands-on experience with industry partners and state-of-the-art facilities.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant cohort and make a real impact in the semiconductor and health sectors.
- Qualifications: Open to UK and international students with a passion for applied mathematics.
The predicted salary is between 21805 - 26805 £ per year.
Fully Funded PhD Studentship in Agent-Based Infection Modelling for HIV Treatment Optimisation at Swansea University - Mathematics and Computer Science School.
Qualification Type: PhD
Location: Swansea
Funding for: UK Students, International Students
Funding amount: £21,805
Hours: Full Time
Placed On: 20th July 2026
Closes: 5th August 2026
Reference: RS981
Skills:
- 4 years duration at an enhanced stipend rate of £5,000 above the UKRI basic rate.
- Flexibly structured as 4 years of research with a continuous programme of practical skills training in semiconductor science, engineering and technology.
- Particularly suited to students from non-traditional education routes such as degree qualified apprentices or those seeking to move sector from another cognate industry.
- Opportunity to remain employed whilst pursuing their PhDs.
- Based at Swansea University’s new state-of-the-art semiconductor research and innovation facility (the £55M Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials).
- In collaboration with and sponsored by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), with a co-created research project and opportunity to spend substantial time at NPL Teddington.
Stakeholder and Industry Experience:
UK Semiconductor Industry Future Skills will create a vibrant, multi-disciplinary cohort experience for all our students and provide highly practical training of substantial value to those interested in careers in the semiconductor and related sectors such as optoelectronics and clean energy. You will have a chance to work with a large range of industrial partners who will not only deliver training content but also co-supervise research and host secondments.
If you want to undertake cutting edge research in world class facilities closely linked to the rapidly expanding UK semiconductor sector, then UK-SIFS is your opportunity.
Funding Details:
Covers full tuition, £21,805 stipend (2026/27), and an enhancement of £5,000.
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