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PhD projects in Particle Physics Experiment

About Particle Physics Experiment

University of Edinburgh researchers collaborate on two experiments at the LHC: ATLAS and LHCb. We also have projects on dark matter, neutrinos, detector development (for the LHC and beyond), and projects in collaboration with our theoretical colleagues on understanding LHC physics. We have recently started to use techniques developed for particle physics in medical applications. We are looking for exceptional PhD students to work on any of these experimental projects.

We offer fully-funded places through both STFC studentships and University-funded scholarships(for any nationality), including the Career Development Scholarship with an earlier application deadline - please check this funding page for details. We welcome applicants who already hold a scholarship, and also to students who wish to apply for a PhD place in conjunction with a scholarship application (for example, the Chinese Scholarship Council). Most projects include the opportunity for an optional fully-funded long-term attachment to an experimental site (such as CERN, Fermilab, or Sanford Lab) for up to 12 months.

Please note that the list below gives examples of current projects (that people are already working on), not necessarily projects that will be available this year. The Particle Physics Experiment group has a centralised application process for funded positions. When you apply, you will be able to explain your interests and preferences, and if your application is successful, you will be matched to a supervisor based on your interests and the group’s needs. Interviewees will have the opportunity to meet with several potential supervisors after their interviews - we do not expect you to contact supervisors before applying.

In the exceptional case that you have your own funding, for example from a scholarship, and wish to use that to work with a particular supervisor; or if you want to apply for a scholarship in conjunction with a particular supervisor, you should contact that person directly.

If you're considering applying, please read our FAQ for more information.

Available PhD projects

A list of current PhD projects in Particle Physics Experiment is shown below. Click on each project to find out more about the project, its supervisor(s) and its research area(s).