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?? Fully Funded PhD Studentship for UK Nationals ????
Do you have a background in ?? psychology, ?? engineering, or ????? human factors? Are you curious about how automated vehicles ?? can interact safely with pedestrians ?????—especially in complex traffic environments?

Gustav Markkula and I are looking for a motivated PhD student to join our team! You don’t need to be an expert already—just excited to learn, ask great questions, and contribute to this fast-evolving research area. ??

?? Feel free to email me at [email protected] or message me on LinkedIn with any questions.

?? What: Fully funded by EPSRC (covers fees + stipend)
?? Where: University of Leeds, Institute for Transport Studies Human Factors and Safety Group & Virtuocity @ITSLeeds Institute for Transport Studies, University of Leeds
?? When: Apply by 13 June 2025 | Start: October 2025
???? Eligibility: UK nationals only (due to funding rules)
?? Apply here: https://lnkd.in/d6_zkA73

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Funding details

Fully funded by EPSRC, covering tuition fees and providing a stipend. Funding is available only for UK nationals.

What's required

Applicants must be UK nationals due to funding rules. A background in psychology, engineering, or human factors is required. Candidates should be motivated, eager to learn, and interested in research on automated vehicles and pedestrian safety in complex traffic environments. No need for prior expertise in the specific research area.

How to apply

Apply online via the provided link before 13 June 2025. Contact Yee Mun Lee by email or LinkedIn for questions. Ensure eligibility as a UK national. Prepare application materials as required by the University of Leeds.

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