BBSRC Food Consortium Collaborative Training Partnership (CTP) PhD studentship

We are offering a highly competitive BBSRC Food Consortium CTP PhD Studentship that includes the award of fees, together with a tax-free maintenance grant of 19,237 GBP and in addition, an enhanced top-up of 1,540 GBP per year for 3.5 years. This opportunity is open to all applicants. Training and support is included in this studentship.<br /> <br /> The BBSRC Food Consortium CTP PhD Studentship is linked to a specific project, which can be found below in the Linked Project Opportunities section. <br /> <br /> Please refer to the UKCISA website for information regarding Fee Status for Non-UK Nationals.<br /> <br /> Important: Any costs associated with your arrival at the University of Leeds to start your PhD including flights, immigration health surcharge/medical insurance and Visa costs are not covered under this studentship.

<p class="Default" style="text-align:justify">The Food Consortium CTP is looking for a PhD candidate for the BBSRC funded project - Understanding the effects of protein hydration kinetics on their functional properties and product performance (linked below in the Linked Project Opportunities section).</p> <p>The Food Consortium CTP comprises four major food manufacturers together with the largest UK-based independent science and technology provider and trainer for the food industry (Campden BRI), and the Haydn Green Institute (Nottingham University Business School).</p> <p>This industry-led collaborative programme will develop highly skilled PhD researchers and provide an innovation ecosystem through collaboration and partnership. As a successful PhD candidate, you will be part of a larger cohort of students with the opportunity to form strong links to industry and be part of a supportive network of peers, academic supervisors, industrial supervisors, and training partners.</p> <p>Business facing training will include concepts and issues to consider when commercialising early-stage science and technology, using tools to help evaluate innovation and commercialisation strategies.</p> <p><a href="https://leeds365.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/TEAM-Environment-Folders/Shared%20Documents/General/Faculty%20of%20Engineering%20and%20Physical%20Sciences/PROJECT%20ADVERTISING/CTP%20PhD%20Flyer%20Jan%202024.pdf?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=Fbil7e">Why studying for a PhD as part of a Collaborative Training Partnership is more than just a PhD?</a></p>

<p>Formal applications for research degree study should be made online through the <a href="https://www.leeds.ac.uk/research-applying/doc/applying-research-degrees">University website</a>. Please apply for the specific linked project that you are interested in and state clearly that the funding you wish to be considered for is <em><strong>BBSRC Food Consortium Collaborative Training Partnership (CTP) PhD studentship </strong></em>and that the programme you are applying for is <em><strong>PHD Chemical &amp; Process Engineering FT</strong></em>.</p> <p>If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the University&#39;s minimum English language requirements (below).</p> <p><em>As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Across all Faculties we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+ and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.</em></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align:start; margin-bottom:24px">Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis. &nbsp;Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the supervisors for an informal discussion before making a formal application. &nbsp;We also advise that you apply at the earliest opportunity as the application and selection process may close early, should we receive a sufficient number of applications or that a suitable candidate is appointed.</p> <p>Please note that you must provide the following documents at the point you submit your application:</p> <ul> <li>Full Transcripts of all degree study or if in final year of study, full transcripts to date</li> <li>Personal Statement outlining your interest in the project</li> <li>CV</li> </ul>

Applicants to research degree programmes should normally have at least a first class or an upper second class British Bachelors Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline. The criteria for entry for some research degrees may be higher, for example, several faculties, also require a Masters degree. Applicants are advised to check with the relevant School prior to making an application. Applicants who are uncertain about the requirements for a particular research degree are advised to contact the School or Graduate School prior to making an application.

The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study is an IELTS of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid. Some schools and faculties have a higher requirement.

<p>For further information about your application, please contact <a href="https://eps.leeds.ac.uk/chemical-engineering/staff/415/dr-olivier-cayre">Dr Olivier Cayre</a> by email to <a href="mailto:o.j.cayre@leeds.ac.uk">o.j.cayre@leeds.ac.uk</a><br /> &nbsp;</p> <p>For further information about your application, please contact Doctoral College Admissions by email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk">phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk</a></p>