Mark Ireland

Newcastle University is advertising a fully funded PhD studentship in geology, geophysics, and uncertainty quantification , hosted in the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences . The project focuses on improving prediction of fluid behaviour in subsurface geoenergy applications , including carbon capture and storage (CCS) , geothermal energy , and hydrogen storage . The research aims to improve the conceptual representation of the subsurface and its numerical realisation by better characterising structural geometries , discontinuities , and stratigraphic heterogeneity . This is a strong fit for applicants interested in Earth science, subsurface modelling, and energy transition research. Eligibility: applicants should have a background in geology and/or geophysics and an interest in uncertainty quantification . The post states that funding is for Home UK only . Funding: fully funded PhD studentship. A second related project is also mentioned as fully funded and focused on formation alteration during geothermal production . Deadline: 5 June 2026. How to apply: review the full project details using the Newcastle University funding page link and submit your application before the deadline. If you are interested in the second project, check its linked page as well.

Newcastle University is advertising two fully funded PhD studentships in subsurface geoenergy and geothermal formation alteration . The opportunities are linked to research led by Mark Ireland , Senior Lecturer in Energy Geoscience at the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences. The first project focuses on uncertainty quantification in subsurface geoenergy applications , with relevance to geothermal energy , carbon capture and storage (CCS) , and hydrogen storage . This research area is centered on robust characterisation of structural geometries, discontinuities, and stratigraphic heterogeneity, and on improving conceptual and numerical models of the subsurface. The second project examines formation alteration during geothermal production , looking at how geological formations change as fluids are extracted, re-injected, and exposed to thermal and chemical stress. This is a strong fit for students interested in geothermal reservoir behaviour, fluid-rock interaction, and the operational science behind geothermal systems. The post states that both studentships are fully funded for Home UK candidates . No stipend amount or detailed funding breakdown is given in the post. The application deadline is 5 June 2026 . Ideal applicants are likely to have a background in geoscience , geophysics , numerical modelling , applied mathematics , or related quantitative fields. The opportunity is especially relevant to students interested in the scientific foundations of the energy transition, underground energy systems, and geothermal research. For more details, use the linked post and blog article, then follow the university application instructions before the deadline.