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Andrew Callaway

7 months ago

Managing Cervical Spine Injuries in Mountain Rescue: Optimising Emergency Response Methods Bournemouth University and Bangor University in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Sports Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

December 31, 2026
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United Kingdom

University

Bournemouth University

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Keywords

Sports Science
Biomedical Engineering
Emergency Medicine
Health Science
Rehabilitation Science
Spinal Surgery
Paramedicine
Prehospital Care
Motion Capture
Biomechanic
Rescue Operations

About this position

?? Excited to share a fully funded PhD opportunity! ?????
We’re recruiting a PhD student to join a unique, interdisciplinary project using motion capture technology to advance pre-hospital care in mountain rescue settings. A Match-funded PhD between Bournemouth University and Bangor University .

?? Project title:
Managing Cervical Spine Injuries in Mountain Rescue: Optimising Emergency Response Methods
This research will explore how we assess and improve spinal immobilisation techniques in challenging environments, with the potential to directly influence clinical practice in remote trauma care.

?? Cutting-edge methods
??? Real-world rescue context
?? Match-funded with Bangor University

?? Supervisory team:
Myself ( Bournemouth University )
Dr Debora Almeida ( Bournemouth University )
Dr Melissa Jones ( Bangor University )
Prof Jamie Macdonald ( Bangor University )

?? Ideal for candidates with interests in:
Biomechanics
Prehospital trauma care
Sports and exercise science
Paramedicine
Rehabilitation science

? Fully funded (UK tuition + stipend)
?? Deadline: 31 July 2025
?? Details & application:
?? FindAPhD listing
Please share with anyone who might be interested - and feel free to reach out with questions!

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Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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