University of Sheffield PhD Studentship: NSZD & Groundwater Risk Modelling (2025)

The University of Sheffield is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD studentship in partnership with Shell, focusing on enhancing the CoronaScreen groundwater risk assessment tool by integrating Natural Source Zone Depletion (NSZD) processes to better predict contaminant transport and support sustainable groundwater management.

Summary

Application Deadline: July 31, 2025

Study Level: PhD

Sponsor: University of Sheffield

City to Study: Sheffield

School to Study: University of Sheffield

Eligible Country: United Kingdom

Eligibility Criteria for University of Sheffield PhD Studentship: NSZD & Groundwater Risk Modelling (2025)

1. Must be a UK student.
2. First-Class or Upper Second-Class degree (or equivalent) in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, Geosciences, or related STEM fields.
3. Experience in numerical modeling and data analysis.
4. Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, etc.) are desirable but not mandatory.
5. Strong motivation to build coding and modeling skills.

Selection process

1. Academic excellence in relevant disciplines
2. Motivation for computational modelling and sustainability
3. Demonstrated interest in environmental risk and groundwater management
4. Ability to collaborate with academic and industry teams

Application Documents

1. CV
2. Cover Letter outlining suitability
3. Academic transcripts
4. Two referees’ contact details

Benefits of University of Sheffield PhD Studentship: NSZD & Groundwater Risk Modelling (2025)

1. Full tuition fee coverage (UK rate).
2. Tax-free annual stipend.
3. 3-month industry placement at Shell.
4. Fully funded travel to conferences and possible research visits.
5. Expert supervision from academic and Shell professionals.
6. Training in modeling, risk assessment, and environmental management.

How to Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Sheffield on www.sheffield.ac.uk to apply

To apply, please submit the following: CV, Cover letter outlining your suitability for the project, Academic transcripts and Two referees’ contact details using the application link above.

Any questions about the PhD study? Contact Dr. Domenico Bau’ at d.bau@sheffield.ac.uk.

For more details, visit University of Sheffield Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

July 31, 2025

Application Link(s)

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