João C. Magalhães

The University of Manchester is offering fully funded PhD opportunities in the Centre for Digital Trust and Society (CDTS), focusing on AI, Trust, and Security. The research team is interdisciplinary and addresses critical issues at the intersection of technology and society, particularly the politics of algorithmic speech governance. The position is supervised by João C. Magalhães (Senior Lecturer) and Nicholas Lord (Professor), both affiliated with the University of Manchester. The PhD can be pursued full-time for 3 years or part-time for 6 years. Funding includes a stipend of approximately £19,200 per year with no tuition fees, and the opportunity is open to international applicants. Interested candidates should visit the provided link for more information and apply before the March 3rd deadline. The lab is part of a vibrant academic community working on cutting-edge topics in digital trust, governance, and the societal impact of algorithms.