PhD in Adaptive Automated Geological Modelling for Sustainable Mining at University of Exeter

The Camborne School of Mines at the University of Exeter is offering a fully funded EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Award PhD studentship for the 2026/27 entry. The research topic is "Adaptive automated geological modelling for sustainable mining applications," focusing on innovative approaches to geological modelling that support sustainable practices in the mining industry. The position is supervised by Professor Julián Ortiz, Mark Cutifani / Anglo American Chair & Professor at the University of Exeter. Applicants should have a strong background in geology, coding, and mathematical modelling. Only those with relevant coding experience will be considered. The program encourages applications from candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive academic environment. The studentship covers tuition and provides a stipend according to EPSRC guidelines. The application deadline is midday on Monday, 12 January 2026. Interested candidates should carefully review all requirements and, if eligible, contact Professor Julián Ortiz for support during the application process. For more details and to apply, visit the official University of Exeter funding page.