George Littlejohn

11 months ago

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PhD in Interdisciplinary Disease Diagnostics and Control in Scented Narcissi (Social Science, Molecular Diagnostics, Statistics) University of Plymouth in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

not provided

Funding

The position is funded via the BBSRC SWBio Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP), which typically provides a fully funded studentship including tuition fees and a stipend for living expenses. Details on stipend amount and tuition coverage should be confirmed via the SWBio DTP website or project link.

Deadline

Expired

Country

United Kingdom

University

University of Plymouth

About this position

A fully funded PhD position is available at the University of Plymouth, in collaboration with Rothamsted Research, focusing on the diagnostics and control of diseases affecting scented Narcissi on the Isles of Scilly. The project is highly interdisciplinary, integrating social science, molecular disease diagnostics, spatial statistical sampling, and intervention strategies for disease control. The successful candidate will join a supervisory team comprising experts from both University of Plymouth and Rothamsted Research, including George Littlejohn, Alice Milne, Paul Harris, Mick Hanley, and Claire Kelly.

The research will be based in Plymouth, with opportunities for fieldwork and collaboration across institutions. The project is funded through the BBSRC SWBio Doctoral Training Partnership, offering a comprehensive studentship package. Applicants should have a strong background in biology, environmental science, statistics, or related fields, and demonstrate enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research.

The application deadline is December 28, 2025. For more details and to apply, visit the SWBio DTP project link provided.

Funding details

What's required

Applicants should hold or expect to obtain a first or upper second class degree in a relevant subject such as biology, environmental science, statistics, or a related discipline. Experience or interest in interdisciplinary research, including molecular diagnostics, spatial statistics, and social science, is desirable. Strong communication and analytical skills are preferred. Eligibility for BBSRC SWBio DTP funding may require UK residency or specific visa status.