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9 months ago

PhD in High-Fidelity Water Quality and Hydrological Modelling of Emerging Contaminants in Rivers (NERC RED-ALERT CDT) University of Bath in United Kingdom

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PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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University of Bath

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Keywords

Chemistry
Microbiology
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Hydrology
Nitrogen Cycling

About this position

This PhD opportunity, hosted by the University of Bath within the NERC Red-ALERT Centre for Doctoral Training, focuses on developing high-fidelity models for water quality and hydrological processes in rivers, specifically targeting emerging contaminants. The project aims to simulate the dynamics of nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic micropollutants at high temporal and spatial resolution for the Cam and Wellow Living Lab. By building on a successful model previously developed for the River Frome, the research will adapt and extend modelling approaches to new river systems with different hydrological characteristics.

Key research activities include collecting and integrating hydrological and water quality data, calibrating and validating models using both existing and newly acquired datasets, and collaborating with industrial partner Wessex Water. The project is highly interdisciplinary, bridging hydrology, environmental science, chemistry, microbiology, pollution studies, ecotoxicity, and advanced data analysis. The research will also connect with ongoing efforts in omics and sensor tool development, and will use pharmaceutical prescription models and pesticide usage data to predict organic micropollutant loads.

Applicants should have a strong academic background in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or a closely related field, with a First Class or good Upper Second-Class UK Honours degree (or equivalent). A master’s degree is advantageous, and relevant non-academic experience will be considered. Non-UK applicants must meet English language requirements. The University of Bath values diversity and encourages applications from under-represented groups.

The position is funded through a NERC Red-ALERT studentship, which covers tuition fees, a stipend (£20,780 per annum in 2025/6), and a training support budget for 3.5 years. The application deadline is January 19, 2026, and applications should be submitted via the Red-ALERT CDT online application form. For further information, prospective candidates can contact the industrial partners or the CDT directly.

Funding details

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

What's required

Applicants should hold, or expect to receive, a First Class or good Upper Second-Class UK Honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as chemical engineering or environmental engineering. Academic qualifications are considered alongside significant relevant non-academic experience. A master’s level qualification is advantageous. Non-UK applicants must meet the programme’s English language requirements prior to a formal offer being made.

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Professor at NERC Red-ALERT Centre for Doctoral Training

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Microbiology

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Chemistry

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Professor at Centre of Excellence in Water-Based Early-Warning Systems for Health Protection

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United Kingdom

Research Interests

Analytical Chemistry

Microbiology

Environmental Science

Chemistry

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