[Fully funded studentships including a minimum tax-free stipend are available for home fee-eligible students. International students may be considered if exceptionally qualified.]

The University of Nottingham’s Centre for Additive Manufacturing (CfAM), a world-leading research group within the Faculty of Engineering, is offering a fully funded PhD studentship focused on advanced multi-metal additive manufacturing for future energy and technology systems. This opportunity is supervised by Dr Negar Gilani and Professor Richard Hague, both prominent figures in the field. The CfAM has pioneered the development of a unique multi-material Molten Metal Jetting (MMJ) platform, capable of printing two metals within a single build at microscopic resolution. This technology is revolutionising the fabrication of complex metallic structures, reducing material waste and minimising post-processing requirements.

The PhD project will advance MMJ technology to accommodate high-melting-point metals and alloys, essential for demanding engineering applications. The research will involve designing, modelling, and developing a high-temperature crucible and droplet ejection system, ensuring reliable operation under severe thermal and chemical conditions. Candidates will engage in computational modelling, system design, and experimental testing to optimise the printing process. Additionally, the project includes the fabrication and characterisation of 3D multi-material metal structures, with a particular focus on understanding microscale interactions between dissimilar materials.

This research is conducted within a multidisciplinary team, including academics, postdoctoral researchers, and technical staff, utilising CfAM’s world-class facilities. The project is both industrially relevant and scientifically significant, offering opportunities to collaborate with industrial partners, develop skills across multiple disciplines, and present research at national and international conferences.

Applicants should possess a first or upper second-class academic qualification in engineering, physical sciences, or a related discipline. Experience with coding (such as MATLAB or LabVIEW) and familiarity with multiphysics simulation tools are advantageous. Creative thinking, independence, and industry experience are valued. Fully funded studentships, including a minimum tax-free stipend, are available for home fee-eligible students. International applicants are welcome, but only exceptional candidates (e.g., those with first-author publications) will be considered due to funding restrictions.

To apply, email your covering letter, CV, and academic transcripts to Dr Negar Gilani at [email protected]. Applications without academic transcripts will not be considered. The deadline for applications is 10 August 2026, but early applications are encouraged as evaluation is on a rolling basis. The University of Nottingham is committed to diversity and inclusion, and the Faculty of Engineering holds an Athena SWAN Gold Award for advancing women’s careers in engineering.

For further information, visit the project webpage: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/pg-research/phd-projects/multi-metal-additive-manufacturing.aspx.