[Fully funded PhD studentship covering tuition and stipend.]

The University of Birmingham is offering a fully funded PhD studentship focused on the realisation of Bose-Einstein Condensate (BEC) of strontium atoms. This exciting opportunity is part of a new experimental project aiming to achieve BECs of the strontium 84 isotope using optical dipole traps, which provide a faster and more efficient route to BEC formation. The research will explore macroscopic quantum phenomena, where atoms fill a single quantum state, resulting in distinctive peaks in both momentum and position space.

As a PhD student, you will join a vibrant research team comprising postdoctoral researchers and fellow PhD students, working in state-of-the-art facilities. The project is led by Professor Yeshpal Singh, an expert in quantum and atomic physics. You will gain hands-on experience with advanced experimental techniques, including laser cooling, optical trapping, and quantum state manipulation. The research has broad implications for condensed matter physics, quantum mechanics, and the study of ultracold atoms.

The studentship is fully funded, covering tuition fees and a stipend for living expenses. Applicants should have a strong academic background in physics or a closely related field, with a bachelor's or master's degree. Experience in quantum physics, atomic physics, or experimental physics is highly desirable, as is familiarity with laboratory work and optical trapping methods. English language proficiency must meet the University of Birmingham's requirements.

The application deadline is 16 April 2026. Interested candidates should apply online via the University of Birmingham application portal and are encouraged to contact Professor Yeshpal Singh ([email protected]) for further information about the project and application process. Prepare your academic transcripts and a statement of research interest to support your application. This studentship offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in quantum physics and to develop advanced experimental skills in a collaborative academic environment.