This funded PhD project will investigate numerical modelling of multi-phase and multi-scale systems, focusing on applications in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Key to achieving efficient mixing and mass transfer rates will be the simulation of reactor fluidic processes and phase interactions between fluids and gases. The project will involve developing and investigating combinations of simulation technologies, including meshless Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) and more conventional high-order finite volume-based schemes, and building in capability for multiphase and phase change. It is intended to use high-fidelity simulation results to train AI neural networks for fast simulation and design. It should be noted that these technologies are also highly relevant to other engineering areas, including nuclear, thermal management, and transmission systems, and there may be opportunities to explore these.

Summary:

1. Application Deadline: August 11, 2025
2. Study Level: PhD
3. Sponsor: King’s College London
4. City to Study: London
5. School to Study: King’s College London
6. Course to Study: Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering
7. Eligible Country: All Countries

Eligibility Criteria for King's College PhD in Pharmaceuticals Manufacture 2025-2026

Applicants are required to hold or expect to obtain a very good undergraduate degree (at least a 2:1 honors degree or international equivalent).

We are particularly looking for candidates who have achieved or are working towards a first-class honors degree or international equivalent and have performed at a high level in thermo-fluids subject-related areas. A strong ability in computational work is also sought.

Benefits of King's College PhD in Pharmaceuticals Manufacture 2025-2026

1. Stipend: Tax-free stipend of approximately £22,780.00 p.a. with possible inflationary increases after the first year.
2. Bench Fees: PGR Research allowance from £1,000 p.a. to a maximum of £4,500 p.a.
3. Tuition fees: UK tuition fees (2025/26: £7,500 per year) or International tuition fees (2025/26: £32,400 per year). These tuition fees may be subject to additional increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions.

Funding for 3.5 years.

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, candidates must apply via the King’s Apply online application system. Details are available on the Department of Engineering website.

Please apply for Engineering Research (MPhil/PhD) and indicate Richard Jefferson-Loveday as the supervisor, and quote the project title in your application and all correspondence.

Please ensure to add the following code [StartUpJeffersonLoveday] in the Funding section of the application form.

Please select option 5, ‘I am applying for a funding award or scholarship administered by King’s College London,’ and type the code into the ‘Award Scheme Code or Name’ box. Please copy and paste the code exactly.

The selection process will involve a pre-selection on documents and, if selected, will be followed by an invitation to an interview. If successful at the interview, an offer will be provided in due course.

Further information can be found on the 'How to apply: Research Courses' webpage.

For more details, visit King's College Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

August 11, 2025

Application Link(s)

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