Debasish Das

University of Strathclyde, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, is advertising two research openings with Dr Debasish Das in applied and computational mathematics . PhD opportunity: a fully funded three-year PhD on Active Self-Propelled Helices , supported by the Leverhulme Trust . The project studies electrically driven helical microswimmers and related active matter systems in three-dimensional viscous fluids. Research will combine analytical and computational work, including asymptotic methods, hydrodynamics, propulsion, interactions, partial differential equations, and numerical methods. International students are welcome to apply. Funding includes home fee, international fee, stipend, and travel costs. PDRA opportunity: a three-year Postdoctoral Research Associate post in Applied and Computational Mathematics, also on the Active Self-Propelled Helices project. The role focuses on high-fidelity numerical simulations and computational modelling of self-propelled helices and related active matter systems in 3D fluids. The post is a fixed-term salaried research job, with a salary range of £37,694–£46,049 FTE, and is initially available for two years with possible extension to three years. Eligibility highlights: PhD applicants should normally hold a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related area; a relevant Master’s degree, thesis work, and coursework in fluid mechanics, asymptotic methods, and numerical methods are desirable. PDRA applicants should have a PhD (or be close to completion) in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline, with strong applied/computational mathematics skills and desirable experience in fluid mechanics, scientific computing, PDE numerics, finite element methods, or boundary element methods. How to apply: use the official University of Strathclyde PhD advert or vacancy page, and send the requested documents by email for the PhD. The PDRA application closes on 11 June 2026 . Informal enquiries can be directed to [email protected]. Research themes: fluid mechanics, active matter, scientific computing, mathematical modelling, hydrodynamics, numerical simulation, and microswimmer dynamics.

Applications are invited for two openings in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Strathclyde , Glasgow: a fully funded three-year PhD position and a three-year PDRA position. The project is supported by the Leverhulme Trust and focuses on the mathematical and computational modelling of electrically driven helical microswimmers and related active matter systems. The research sits at the interface of applied mathematics , fluid mechanics , scientific computing , and mathematical modelling . The PhD will involve theoretical and computational work, including asymptotic methods , hydrodynamics , partial differential equations , and modelling of propulsion and interactions in viscous flows. The PDRA will focus on high-fidelity numerical simulations and computational modelling of self-propelled helices in three-dimensional fluids. For the PhD, suitable applicants should have a strong background in mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related area, with a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree or overseas equivalent. A relevant Master’s degree, a thesis on a related topic, and coursework in fluid mechanics, asymptotic methods, and numerical methods are desirable. International students are welcome to apply. For the PDRA, applicants should have a good honours degree and a PhD (or equivalent professional experience) in an appropriate discipline such as mathematics, engineering, or physics. Strong experience in applied and computational mathematics, fluid mechanics, scientific computing, numerical methods for PDEs, and finite element and/or boundary element methods is desirable. Recent PhD graduates, postdoctoral researchers, and candidates close to PhD completion may apply. Funding: the PhD is fully funded for three years; the PDRA is funded by the Leverhulme Trust and is available for two years initially, with possible extension to three years. There is no official closing date for the PhD and applications remain open until the position is filled. The PDRA university advert will be posted soon, with interviews expected around mid-June 2026. How to apply: PhD applicants should email a CV, transcripts, two referees’ names, and thesis materials, and arrange for two reference letters to be sent to the contact email. PDRA applicants should watch for the official university advert and follow the formal application procedure once available.