Mick Hanley

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.