The University of Manchester
PhD studentship
Pollutants in the Urban Environment
School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science

Project Information
The School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science is seeking a candidate of outstanding ability to join the exciting programme of EPSRC-funded research on the Pollutants in the Urban Environment (PUrE).

The PhD student will work on the development of an integrated life-cycle methodology for mapping the flows of pollutants in the urban environment, following the pollutants from their sources, through the environment to receptors. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Substance Flow Analysis (SFA) and GIS will be used as tools for these purposes.

A first or upper second honours degree, Masters qualification or equivalent in engineering, science or mathematics are ideal academic qualifications for this studentship.

An interest in environmental assessment and modelling is required and experience in LCA, SFA, GIS, and/or uncertainty analysis would be a distinct advantage. The student should also have excellent communication and writing skills.

Funding
This three-year research studentship includes payment of tuition fees and a postgraduate stipend.

Further Information and Application
For informal enquires about the project contact Prof. Adisa Azapagic (adisa.azapagic@manchester.ac.uk).

For more information on the School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science, please visit our web site http://www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk.

For more information on the PUrE research programme, visit http://www.ceas.manchester.ac.uk/res.../projects/pure.

Other enquires and completed applications, including a CV, and a covering letter stating your research interest can be sent to:

Postgraduate Research Team,
School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science,
The University of Manchester,
PO Box 88,
Sackville Street,
M60 1QD;

Email: pgr-ceas@manchester.ac.uk;
Tel: +44 (0)161 306 4343;
Fax: +44 (0)161 306 9321