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Research Fellow to join the Big Data in Health GroupAbout usThe Big Data in Health group at the University of Southampton is based in the Primary Care Research Centre. We aim to understand patterns, trends, and associations of diseases to inform preventive action in the UK and international contexts. Our group comprises a diverse, multidisciplinary team conducting high-quality, innovative research that addresses complex health and social care challenges of the 21st century. We employ traditional statistical and epidemiological methods, cutting-edge artificial intelligence algorithms, and qualitative research to provide a deeper understanding, insights, and applications. About the role In this role, you will join a successful interdisciplinary and mixed-methods team with extensive qualitative and quantitative expertise that conducts research to support people with multiple long-term conditions. The post holder will already be working in the field of multimorbidity. They will have good organisational and administrative skills. They will have excellent writing skills and be able to work independently to draft high-quality academic research papers and convey methodological results of findings through presentations using interactive visualisations.. This position is a unique opportunity to join an experienced, fast-paced and high-output research group, working closely with our supportive team to help deliver School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) funded projects in populations with multiple long-term conditions.The post is offered full-time for 6 months and will be available starting in June/July. The salary for this position will be level 4.About youIf you believe you meet the requirements for the post, come and join us to take forward this exciting opportunity and become part of an innovative and dynamic research group where you will be valued, included and supported. You will be educated to postgraduate degree level and must have an established track record of conducting MLTC research, systematic reviews, and qualitative analyses. You will specialise in qualitative methods and have extensive experience in creating search terms, conducting searches across a wide variety of search engines, and conducting narrative synthesis. We welcome applications from researchers with a strong track record in MLTC and at least some knowledge of AI-enabled digital health tools, along with proven experience leading and managing research teams, including supervising staff, mentoring, and professional development.You will be able to work to tight deadlines, manage your time independently, be flexible to accommodate project demands and responsive to requests from line managers and other colleagues. You will possess excellent organisational and inter-personal skills and high professional standards.Applicants for this position will have completed a relevant PhD or will be near completion at the time of the interview. Closing Date: 29 Jun 2026 Section: Education, Research & Enterprise Salary: £36,636 to £44,746 Full Time Fixed Term (until 31/12/2026)

Area Engineering Location UK Other Closing Date Thursday 30 April 2026 Supervisors: Dr Ming Li, Prof. Hao Liu Programme Length: Four years Contract Type: Full-time Prospective Start Date: October 2026 The positions are filled in a first-in, first-served basis therefore we encourage early expression of interest. Net2Zero Centre for Doctoral Training The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (CDT in Net2Zero) is an equal partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen’s University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Through cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration, this CDT aims to tackle global challenges related to climate change and sustainability. Our four-year doctoral programme is training the next generation of research leaders tasked to remove greenhouse gases from the environment. The CDT in Net2Zero focuses on the use of biomass to replace fossil fuels and removal (or capture) of CO2 from the atmosphere, with the potential to create new sources of fuels and chemicals. The centre’s expertise covers Direct Air Capture and CO2 Storage (DACCS), CO2 utilisation, biochar synthesis and utilisation, biomass transition to materials and chemicals, and biomass to energy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) etc. Training and Development Through our research training programme, you will be able to: Develop a network with doctoral researchers, academia, government and industry. Access to cutting-edge facilities and opportunities for international collaboration, preparing you for a successful career in academia, industry, or policymaking. Carry out a training programme covering practical engineering, communication, entrepreneurship, and business skills to prepare students for diverse sectors. The CDT facilitates direct contact between students, industrial partners, policy makers, and third sector organisations to support future careers. You will have the opportunity of a three-month placement with industry, research collaborators or policymakers. Project Overview and Background Oxy-fuel combustion, where fuels are combusted in pure oxygen or a mixture of oxygen and flue gas (CO2), produce a flue gas with a high concentration of CO2 that allows easier sequestration without energy-intensive preprocessing. However, production of oxygen is an energy-intensive process. Industrial scale oxygen production today is still based on the conventional cryogenic distillation process developed around 1900. Mixed ionic-electronic conductors (MIECs) that display high oxide ion conductivity and electronic conductivity can be made into dense ceramic membranes. Such dense MIEC ceramic membranes allow oxygen ions but not nitrogen ions to pass through. They are capable of separating oxygen from air with 100% selectivity and reduced cost and energy penalty compared to the conventional cryogenic air separation technology. Oxy-fuel combustion coupled with oxygen separation membranes can provide an energy-efficient and low-cost CO2 capture technology for fuel-combustion-based power plants. A longstanding challenge is to develop MIEC membranes with both high oxygen permeability and stability under operation conditions. For example, the state-of-the-art Ba0.5Sr0.5Co0.8Fe0.2O3-δ (BSCF) exhibits the high oxygen permeability, but it suffers from high reactivity with CO2 and structural instability issues. This project aims to demonstrate the feasibility of energy efficient oxyfuel combustion of biomass enabled by oxygen separation membranes. The specific project objectives are (1) to develop high-performance and stable mixed oxide ion – electronic conductors; (2) to manufacture the conductors into ceramic tube membranes and (3) to conduct oxyfuel combustion of biomass fuels with the oxygen produced from the ceramic tube membranes. This project is in collaboration with additional support from Nanodot Ltd. As part of the programme, you will benefit from a comprehensive, interdisciplinary training programme and skills development, including the opportunity for an industrial placement with Nanodot Ltd. Person Specification Essential: Ideal candidates should hold or expect to gain a first-class or an upper second-class honours degree (or their equivalent) or a 60% or higher weighted average MSc. Knowledge of Ceramic Manufacturing Experience in characterisation of: Electrical properties (ionic and electronic conductivity) Crystal structure and chemical composition Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of the Net2Zero CDT and we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in a higher education setting. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women. Financial Support Four-year studentships with a tax-free stipend at UKRI rate (£21,383 per year for 2026/27) Paid tuition fees A generous research training support grant. Overseas Applicants This opportunity is currently open for home fee status candidates only. You can find the rules for home fee eligibility here. How to Apply All applicants should first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) form here (you only need to submit one Expression of Interest regardless of the number of projects you are interested in). Successful applicants will be invited to submit a formal application via the NottinghamHub. When submitting an EOI form, please include the following information: Your personal details for processing the application. A copy of your passport and, where relevant, include evidence of settled or pre-settled status. Your personal characteristics, for monitoring purposes only. Your Academic background. We will require English language copies (or screen captures) of the transcripts and certificates for all your higher education degrees, including any Bachelor degrees. If English is not your first language, you will be required to present evidence that you meet the English Language requirements. You can submit the evidence at a later stage. the evidence at a later stage. Your research background and experience. Expressions of Interest will be assessed against the following criteria:Candidate’s motivation and experience: The extent to which the candidate’s expertise, experience, and ambitions align with the goals of the Net2Zero CDT programme. If you are shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to meet the potential supervisors.These studentships are open until filled, and hence early applications are strongly encouraged. Contact Information For general application or process enquiries, please contact: Beatrix Gateb (Senior CDT Administrator for Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] For academic enquiries, please contact:Prof. Hao Liu (Co-Director of Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] Prof. Eleanor Binner (Co-Director of Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] Closing Date: 15 Sep 2026 Category: Studentships

Area Engineering Location UK Other Closing Date Thursday 30 April 2026 Supervisors: Prof. Hao Liu, Dr Yaoyao Zheng, Nate Macmillan (AEL CCS) Programme Length: Four years Contract Type: Full-time Prospective Start Date: October 2026 The positions are filled in a first-in, first-served basis therefore we encourage early expression of interest. Net2Zero Centre for Doctoral Training The EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (CDT in Net2Zero) is an equal partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen’s University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Through cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration, this CDT aims to tackle global challenges related to climate change and sustainability. Our four-year doctoral programme is training the next generation of research leaders tasked to remove greenhouse gases from the environment. The CDT in Net2Zero focuses on the use of biomass to replace fossil fuels and removal (or capture) of CO2 from the atmosphere, with the potential to create new sources of fuels and chemicals. The centre’s expertise covers Direct Air Capture and CO2 Storage (DACCS), CO2 utilisation, biochar synthesis and utilisation, biomass transition to materials and chemicals, and biomass to energy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) etc. Training and Development Through our research training programme, you will be able to: Develop a network with doctoral researchers, academia, government and industry. Access to cutting-edge facilities and opportunities for international collaboration, preparing you for a successful career in academia, industry, or policymaking. Carry out a training programme covering practical engineering, communication, entrepreneurship, and business skills to prepare students for diverse sectors. The CDT facilitates direct contact between students, industrial partners, policy makers, and third sector organisations to support future careers. You will have the opportunity of a three-month placement with industry, research collaborators or policymakers. Project Overview and Background The project aims to develop and demonstrate a laboratory-scale reactor that can function as a biochar/bio-syngas generator and a bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) reactor. Objectives: In collaboration with a commercial laboratory furnace manufacturer, to conceptually design a laboratory-scale electrically heated furnace that can be used to house the multifunctional reactor. To design and work with university’s engineering technicians to manufacture at least two types (fluidised bed and fixed bed) of the laboratory-scale reactor that can be housed in the electrically heated furnace and used to produce biochar and to evaluate the BECCS technology based on calcium-based and other solid sorbents. To conduct biochar production tests by using the multifunctional reactor testing system with a range of biomass feedstocks and to characterise the biochar properties (e.g., pore size distribution, porosity) by using various analytical equipment (e.g., BET, SEM, XRD, TGA) available at the University of Nottingham. To conduct CO2 capture tests by using the multifunctional reactor testing system with Calcium-based sorbents (at high temperatures) and other solid sorbents (including biochar-derived sorbents) (at low temperatures) – simulated CO2-containing gaseous mixtures will be used for the 1st phase of the tests and real CO2-containing flue gases will be tested in the 2nd phase of the tests. Person Specification Essential: Ideal candidates should hold or expect to gain a first-class or an upper second-class honours degree (or their equivalent) in one of the following subjects before the start date of the project: Chemical engineering Mechanical engineering Materials sciences Chemistry Or a closely related subject. Desirable: Previous design and operational experience with any scale fluidised bed reactors is an advantage. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is at the heart of the Net2Zero CDT and we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in a higher education setting. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women. Financial Support Four-year studentships with a tax-free stipend at UKRI rate (£21,383 per year for 2026/27) Paid tuition fees A generous research training support grant Overseas Applicants This opportunity is currently open for home fee status candidates only. You can find the rules for home fee eligibility here. How to Apply All applicants should first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) form here (you only need to submit one Expression of Interest regardless of the number of projects you are interested in). Successful applicants will be invited to submit a formal application via the NottinghamHub. When submitting an EOI form, please include the following information: Your personal details for processing the application. A copy of your passport and, where relevant, include evidence of settled or pre-settled status. Your personal characteristics, for monitoring purposes only. Your Academic background. We will require English language copies (or screen captures) of the transcripts and certificates for all your higher education degrees, including any Bachelor degrees. If English is not your first language, you will be required to present evidence that you meet the English Language requirements. You can submit the evidence at a later stage. the evidence at a later stage. Your research background and experience. Expressions of Interest will be assessed against the following criteria:Candidate’s motivation and experience: The extent to which the candidate’s expertise, experience, and ambitions align with the goals of the Net2Zero CDT programme. If you are shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to meet the potential supervisors.These studentships are open until filled, and hence early applications are strongly encouraged. Contact Information For general application or process enquiries, please contact: Beatrix Gateb (Senior CDT Administrator for Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] For academic enquiries, please contact:Prof. Hao Liu (Co-Director of Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] Prof. Eleanor Binner (Co-Director of Net2Zero CDT) at [email protected] Closing Date: 15 Sep 2026 Category: Studentships

UKRI Net2Zero CDT (Industry-Sponsored by Halocycle Ltd) - Advanced microwave technology development for low carbon PVC recyclingThe EPSRC and BBSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Negative Emission Technologies for Net Zero (CDT in Net2Zero) is an equal partnership between Aston University (lead), University of Nottingham, Queen’s University Belfast, and University of Warwick. Through cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration, this CDT aims to tackle global challenges related to climate change and sustainability.Our four-year doctoral programme is training the next generation of research leaders tasked to remove greenhouse gases from the environment. The CDT in Net2Zero focuses on the use of biomass to replace fossil fuels and removal (or capture) of CO2 from the atmosphere, with the potential to create new sources of fuels and chemicals. The centre’s expertise covers Direct Air Capture and CO2 Storage (DACCS), CO2 utilisation, biochar synthesis and utilisation, biomass transition to materials and chemicals, and biomass to energy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) etc.Through our research training programme, you will be able to Develop a network with doctoral researchers, academia, government and industryAccess to cutting-edge facilities and opportunities for international collaboration, preparing you for a successful career in academia, industry, or policymakingCarry out a training programme covering practical engineering, communication, entrepreneurship, and business skills to prepare students for diverse sectorsThe CDT facilitates direct contact between students, industrial partners, policy makers, and third sector organisations to support future careers. You will have the opportunity of a three-month placement with industry, research collaborators or policymakers.Project descriptionSupervisors: Professor Eleanor Binner, Dr Mohamad Adam, Dr Will Meredith, and Dr John Robinson (Halocycle Ltd)An exciting opportunity is available for a talented and motivated PhD candidate to support the development of an advanced low emission PVC recycling technologyPlastics production is responsible for around 10% of global CO2 emissions. With less than 10% of plastics recycled and exponential growth in plastics production, efficient plastics recycling strategies are urgently required to reduce carbon emissions and minimise the environmental and societal impacts of plastics waste. Microwave technology has the potential to recycle plastics extremely efficiently due to rapid and targeted heating. Coupled with the fact that microwaves can be renewably powered, unlike fossil-based conventional heating processes, microwave heating has huge potential as a low CO2 emission plastic recycling solution.Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a durable and versatile thermoplastic polymer, and the world’s third most produced synthetic plastic. PVC contains chlorine and additives such as phthalates, which lead to significant environmental challenges in the development of safe and sustainable recycling processes. Halocycle are a UK-based advanced plastic recycling technology company who have developed an innovate microwave technology to selectively remove chlorine and other harmful components from PVC and recycle it into valuable materials and chemicals. They have won several awards for the technology, including KPMG UK Tech Innovator 2024.The PhD project will support the development of Halocycle’s PVC recycling process by carrying out a detailed study of the effect of microwave processing parameters on the product stream distribution and characteristics, with a particular emphasis on upgrading them into valuable products for integration into the circular economy. You will have access to industrially relevant amounts of process products from Halocycle’s continuous pilot scale facility, aswell as gain first-hand experience running and optimising the plant as part of the industrial placement.Person specification You will have:Strong skills in chemical engineering and analytical chemistry or related disciplinesProven ability to work in a teamExcellent communication skillsKnowledge and understanding of safety procedures and an outstanding safety recordYou should have been awarded, or expect to achieve, a Master's degree in a relevant subject with a 60% or higher weighted average and/or a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution) in a relevant subject.Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is at the heart of the Net2Zero CDT, and we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in a higher education setting. These include people from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.Eligibility and fundingThis opportunity is for home fee status candidates only. Read the rules for home fee eligibility. This is a fully-funded studentship.How to applyWhen submitting an Expression of Interest, we will need some information from you. We will ask about:Your personal details for processing the applicationA copy of your passport and, where relevant, include evidence of settled or pre-settled statusYour personal characteristics, for monitoring purposes onlyYour academic background. We will require English language copies (or screen captures) of the transcripts and certificates for all your higher education degrees, including any Bachelor degreesIf English is not your first language, you will be required to present evidence that you meet the English Language requirements. You can submit the evidence at a later stageYour research background and experienceExpressions of interest will be assessed against the following criteriaCandidate’s motivation and experience: The extent to which the candidate’s expertise, experience, and ambitions align with the goals of the Net2Zero CDT programmeIf you are shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to meet the potential supervisors.If after formal interviews, you are offered a place in the training programme, you will be required to submit a formal application within the home Institution - Aston University, University of Nottingham, University of Warwick or The Queen’s University of Belfast. The positions are filled on a first-in, first-served basis; therefore we encourage early expression of interest.Apply for this position. Closing Date: 15 Sep 2026 Category: Studentships