**PhD opportunities for October 2025** (deadline passed now)
A funded PhD (DPhil) project is available and open for applications, starting October 2025. This project, funded by the Royal Society, focuses on the structure of the mid mantle. The aim is to map out phase transitions and thus temperature by combining seismological models, mineral physics data and geodynamic models. Full funding is available for UK home students, but international students can also apply and will be considered for university scholarships.
Other potential projects focus on mantle upwellings and the background seismicity of London. Applicants interested in these are encouraged to apply both through a direct entry application and interdisciplinary DTP programmes.
The deadline for applications is in early January 2025. Students interested in this project and working with me in Oxford, please get in touch with any questions / concerns and to discuss the projects in more detail.
Research opportunities
Opportunities for PhD studies are generally advertised in December for a start in the next academic year, with the application deadlines typically in January. Applications are primarily invited through the Oxford Doctoral Training Programme.
Researchers looking for postdoctoral opportunities should get in touch to discuss project ideas and funding opportunities. I have ample experience with fellowship and funding applications and can provide advice. It is wise to start discussions early (a year or more in advance) due to funder deadlines.
Undergraduate or other students, looking for a MSc project or a short-term research experience in seismology, please get in touch with me and we can discuss possible projects.