EngD Studentship

WMG and Jaguar Land Rover are seeking a top class candidate to undertake research leading to the award of an International Engineering Doctorate from the University of Warwick.

As a ‘Research Entrepreneur’ on our International Doctorate programme you will have unrivalled access to some of the best teaching and industrial expertise in the world. You will emerge from the four-year programme more confident and better equipped to make a difference to your company and the global marketplace.

This opportunity also provides a substantial tax free stipend equivalent to many graduate jobs.

Project

This project will identify the limitations of the current approaches used in simulation and, through the use of appropriate laboratory-scale testing to identify key factors, suggest an improved approach to simulating adhesive bonding systems for multi-material systems utilised throughout the Body Structure. A key aspect that should also be studied is the derivation of an accurate predictive accelerated environmental durability cycle for the new adhesive systems to enable real-world predictions to be made in a short time frame.

Business Need and Opportunity

This project will provide an enhancement to existing modelling and validation capabilities, building on an improved understanding of critical factors within the manufacturing process and the levels of degradation in varying environmental conditions.

Successful implementation of this project could provide:

• Significant weight saving opportunities for vehicle Body Structures
• Elimination of expenditure costs for capital equipment for mechanical joining
• Substantial piece cost savings (no mechanical rivets required etc)
• Quicker and more accurate real-world performance predictions of adhesively bonded material systems

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

Candidates should have a minimum of an upper second (2.1) honours degree (or equivalent) in a mechanical or materials engineering subject.

Attributes

• Good analytical and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated, capable of working with minimal guidance and supervision, and within a team.
• Great enthusiasm for the subject

Awards available: 1 award available

Funding Details:

Qualifying students receive an attractive enhanced stipend which could be tax and NI free depending on your personal circumstances, paid by the International Doctorate Centre and topped up by a contribution from Jaguar Land Rover. For 2012 this totals approximately £19,000 tax free per annum.

The funding is for four years and will also cover University tuition fees and all course fees as well as a travel allowance to attend courses.

Length of Award: 4 years (EngD)
Eligibility: The regulations regarding EPSRC funding require that applicants should be UK or EU citizens to be eligible for full EPSRC funding.
Application Details: To apply please contact us at engd@warwick.ac.uk or phone us on 024 765 24357
Deadline: 31 May 2013

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