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PhD Studentship - (UoM-Peking) Mineral–Fluid–Rock Interactions for Sustainable Subsurface Energy Technologies The University of Manchester in United Kingdom

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PhD

Field of study

Geology

Funding

Available

Deadline

Dec 7, 2026

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Keywords

Geology
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Earth Science
Geochemistry
Carbon Storage
Rock Mechanics
Geothermal Engineering

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About this position

[Competition-funded dual award scheme; applicants are instructed to enter “Dual award funding” in the application form. The advert notes that not all advertised projects will necessarily offer a place on the programme.]

This PhD project explores mineral–fluid–rock interactions in subsurface geological formations and how these coupled processes shape the performance and integrity of technologies central to the energy transition. The research is set against applications such as geothermal energy extraction, geological CO2 storage, and underground energy storage.

The project focuses on how fluids, minerals, and fractured rocks interact under confined subsurface conditions, with particular attention to mineral crystallisation, interfacial processes, and the resulting effects on the hydraulic and mechanical behaviour of fractured rocks. The work sits at the intersection of environmental geochemistry, mineral–water interface science, experimental rock mechanics, and fracture characterisation.

Depending on the successful candidate’s background and interests, the project may investigate:

  • mineral nucleation and crystal growth,
  • mineral–surface interactions,
  • geochemical reactions in confined environments, and
  • the evolution of fracture properties under coupled chemical and physical processes.

The project is jointly supervised by researchers at The University of Manchester and Peking University, combining complementary expertise in environmental geochemistry, mineral crystallisation, rock mechanics, and subsurface engineering. The successful student will gain interdisciplinary research training and access to experimental and analytical capabilities across both institutions.

The PhD follows a 1+2+1 structure, with Year 1 and Year 4 based at The University of Manchester and Years 2–3 at Peking University.

The advert also notes that the project is part of the UoM-Peking dual award scheme and is competition-funded.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applications are welcomed from candidates with backgrounds in environmental engineering, geoscience, geochemistry, chemical engineering, civil engineering or related disciplines. Manchester entry is open to UK and international students. Chinese nationals from Mainland China, Taiwan, Macau and Hong Kong, including dual nationals, should apply through Peking. Applicants should contact the main supervisor in advance of application and include details of current level of study, academic background, relevant experience, and a motivation paragraph.

How to apply

Apply through the online application portal using the full project title including “UoM-Peking”. Include the supervisor’s name, details of previous study, and names and contact details of two referees. Contact Dr Junlong Shang in advance of applying and include a motivation paragraph plus your background and experience.

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