At a Glance
- Tasks: Explore environmental sustainability in healthcare through innovative research methods.
- Company: Newcastle University, a leader in medical technology and sustainability.
- Benefits: 100% tuition fees covered and a competitive annual stipend.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on innovation and career development.
- Why this job: Shape the future of healthcare while tackling real-world sustainability challenges.
- Qualifications: 2:1 honours degree in health sciences or related field; strong research skills required.
The predicted salary is between 18000 - 20000 £ per year.
Award summary: 100% of home tuition fees and an annual stipend at UKRI rates (2026‑27). This studentship is open to home fee paying applicants only.
Overview: Interested in shaping a more sustainable future for healthcare? This PhD will explore how environmental sustainability can be embedded in next‑generation medical technologies using horizon scanning and foresight methods. The project will investigate how sustainability is currently applied in MedTech and identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities. It will examine how stakeholders across policy, regulation, healthcare, and industry balance environmental, clinical, and economic priorities in innovation and adoption decisions.
- Number of awards: 1
- Start date: 21st September 2026
- Award duration: 3 years full-time
- Sponsor: Newcastle University
- Supervisors: Dr Katie Thomson, Professor Gill Norman, Professor Dawn Craig, Newcastle University
Eligibility criteria: Applicants should have (or expect to achieve) at least a 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, such as health sciences, biomedical engineering, or related discipline. You should have strong research skills (qualitative, quantitative, mixed methods) and an interest in sustainability, healthcare systems, and innovation processes, alongside an interest in horizon scanning and foresight. If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in each sub-skill).
Contact details: For further details, please contact Dr. Katie Thomson or Dr. Gill Norman.
PhD Studentship: A Foresight and Horizon Scanning Approach to Environmental Sustainability in M[...] employer: Newcastle University
Newcastle University is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of immuno-oncology research. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from numerous growth opportunities while contributing to impactful projects in a supportive team atmosphere. Located in a vibrant city, the university provides a unique chance to engage with cutting-edge research and make meaningful contributions to healthcare advancements.
