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Studentship InformationSupervisor: Dr Rebecca FordSecondary Supervisor: Dr Qian YangSubject Area: Sensory and Consumer ScienceResearch Title: Tea Changes Everything: Understanding the Unique Sensory Experience that Tea Brings to Ready to Drink Tea BeveragesResearch DescriptionTea is a hero ingredient in iced teas, offering a unique sensory experience. This PhD project will explore the role of tea in Ready To Drink beverages: how tea interacts with other components to shape consumer perception and emotional response. The research will involve the application of sensory methods to systematically evaluate how tea type and flavourings interact to influence taste, flavour and mouthfeel and the mechanisms of these interactions. To capture responses more effectively, liking and emotional response to a range of formulations will be captured from consumers. The findings of the project will be used by the company sponsor to elevate the tea experience for their consumers. The successful candidate will gain multidisciplinary expertise in sensory science, analytical chemistry, product formulation and consumer research. They will work closely with Pepsi-Lipton, contributing to real-world innovation in the global tea beverage market.Why choose this project?The successful candidate will join a supportive, interdisciplinary research environment at the Sensory Science Centre (SSC). The SSC conducts world-leading sensory and consumer research to advance sustainable behaviour and the links between perception and food choice. The centre achieves this via its ISO standard sensory/consumer facilities, external expert sensory panel and Connect Nottingham facilities including immersive and observational technology. The successful candidate will integrate with the University’s sensory research teams, participate in bimonthly research meetings, an annual research away day, and access internal training in Sensory Evaluation, Statistical Methods, and Consumer Sensory Science. The research group fosters a collaborative culture, promotes work–life balance via wellness initiatives, and provides conference presentation opportunities and international networking with world leading researchers.In parallel, the student will get on-site experience at Pepsi-Lipton. With regular supervisory meetings with industry supervisors, the student will develop hands-on experiences with real world application and explore how fundamental research translates into the holistic experience of the product that can be translated by Pepsi-Lipton’s Consumer Technical Insights and Marketing teams.Keyword Search: Sensory Science, Consumer Science, Tea, Research and Development, Product FormulationAward Start Date: 01/10/2026Duration of Award: 48 monthsTerms and ConditionsThis research studentship is only available to UK citizens and includes payment of tuition fees and a tax-free stipend based on current BBSRC rates, which are set at £21,805 for 2026/27 entry.Applicant Qualification RequirementsApplications are invited from candidates in Bioscience, Psychology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical/Biochemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Science, Engineering, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Maths or related disciplines who have/expect to graduate with a first/upper-second UK honours degree, or equivalent qualifications gained outside the UK. Candidates with a background in food science and/or nutrition, sensory science, or related disciplines and a passion for sensory evaluation, consumer research and analytical chemistry is desirable.How to ApplyApplications should include a CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to do a PhD and what makes you an ideal candidate for this PhD research in particular. Please send applications to: [email protected] Date: 17/06/2026 Closing Date: 17 Jun 2026 Category: Studentships

Do you have a track record of high‑quality research and a clear vision for developing your profile at an international level? Can you contribute to innovative research‑led teaching and support an excellent student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes? Are you committed to working collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive and supportive School community, and engaging in active academic citizenship?We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer who will contribute to the School of Computer Science’s academic mission through research, teaching, and academic citizenship. We invite applications from those with a research focus High-Performance Computing and/or Computer Arithmetic. We are particularly keen to hear from researchers working in the design of algorithms and software for mixed-precision numerical linear algebra, theory of computer number systems and arithmetic, the development of hardware for numerical computation, as well as the design of number formats and computer arithmetic for machine learning.This role offers the opportunity to develop and sustain a high‑quality, internationally recognised research programme aligned with the School’s strategic priorities, including active engagement in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and externally funded research.You will deliver research‑informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, contributing to curriculum design, innovation, and enhancement. You will play a key role in fostering an inclusive, engaging, and high‑quality student experience, and will support the academic and professional development of students and early‑career researchers through effective supervision and mentoring.In addition, you will contribute to the effective and collegial operation of the School through administrative and service activities, working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting the University’s commitment to excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The role may also include teaching or academic engagement in support of the School’s transnational education activities, including overseas teaching for up to six weeks in an academic year.What we offer in return26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salaryHealth and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.And much moreTo explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Gordon Love, Head of School [email protected] Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026 Section: Academic Salary: £51,753 to £59,966 p.a.

Do you have a track record of high‑quality research and a clear vision for developing your profile at an international level? Can you contribute to innovative research‑led teaching and support an excellent student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes? Are you committed to working collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive and supportive School community, and engaging in active academic citizenship?We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer who will contribute to the School of Computer Science’s academic mission through research, teaching, and academic citizenship. We invite applications from those with research expertise in Security and Distributed Systems. The successful candidate will join our internationally outstanding Distributed Computing Systems research activity in Leeds and contribute to our highly interdisciplinary research environment. Applicants should have a strong track record of research in the security and dependability of complex distributed systems, evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with industry.This role offers the opportunity to develop and sustain a high‑quality, internationally recognised research programme aligned with the School’s strategic priorities, including active engagement in collaborative, interdisciplinary, and externally funded research.You will deliver research‑informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, contributing to curriculum design, innovation, and enhancement. You will play a key role in fostering an inclusive, engaging, and high‑quality student experience, and will support the academic and professional development of students and early‑career researchers through effective supervision and mentoring.In addition, you will contribute to the effective and collegial operation of the School through administrative and service activities, working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting the University’s commitment to excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. The role may also include teaching or academic engagement in support of the School’s transnational education activities, including overseas teaching for up to six weeks in an academic year.What we offer in return26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salaryHealth and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.And much more!To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Gordon Love, Head of School [email protected] Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026 Section: Academic Salary: £51,753 to £59,966 p.a.

Lecturers (Teaching and Research), Faculty of Engineering and Physical SciencesDo you have a track record of high-quality research and a clear vision for developing your profile at an international level? Can you contribute to innovative research‑led teaching and support an excellent student experience across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes? Are you committed to working collaboratively, contributing to an inclusive and supportive School community, and engaging in active academic citizenship?We are seeking to appoint a number of Lecturers who will contribute to the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Science’s academic mission through research, teaching, and academic citizenship. Opportunities are available in the School of Civil Engineering, School of Computer Science, School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, School of Maths and School of Mechanical Engineering.These roles involve building and maintaining a high-quality, internationally recognised research programme aligned with the School’s priorities, with active collaboration and external funding engagement. You will deliver research-led teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contribute to curriculum innovation, and support an inclusive, high-quality student experience through supervision and mentoring. The role also includes administrative and service duties, collaboration with colleagues, and support for the University’s commitments to excellence and inclusion. Opportunities may also include transnational teaching, with up to six weeks overseas per academic year. Learn more about the research and teaching activities within the Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences and the benefits of working in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences at the University of Leeds. To applyFor further information on the Lecturers (Teaching and Research) vacancies and how to apply, please visit the following websites for each position, where you can also access a full candidate brief.Civil EngineeringLecturer in Water Engineering (job ref: EPSCV1170) Computer ScienceLecturer in Computer Science – Computational Neuroscience, Machine Learning, Robotics, or Foundations of AI (2 vacancies) (job ref: EPSCP1181)Lecturer in Computer Science – Security and Distributed Systems (job ref: EPSCP1182)Lecturer in Computer Science – High Performing Computing (job ref: EPSCP1183)Electronic and Electrical EngineeringLecturer in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (2 vacancies) (job ref: EPSEE1157)MathsLecturer in Maths (5 vacancies) (job ref: EPSMA1141)Mechanical EngineeringLecturer in Sustainable Engineering (job ref: EPSME1208)Lecturer in Medical Engineering (job ref: EPSME1211)Lecturer in Computational and Numerical modelling (job ref: EPSME1210)Lecturer in Robotics, AI and Mechatronics (job ref: EPSME1209) Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026 Section: Academic Salary: £51,753 to £59,966 p.a.