PhD Studentship: Sustainable Manufacturing of Quantum Dots by Femtosecond Laser

Project summary: A PhD student is sought to undertake a project jointly funded by University of Strathclyde and National Manufacturing Institute Scotland project. The project aims at researching a new sustainable femtosecond laser nanomanufacturing process to overcome the challenges of atomic sale precision, feature size and defects rates for quantum dots. In this project, molecular dynamics simulation study of light matter interaction, digital twin enabled process development and life cycle assessment will be researched.

Opens: Immediately

Deadline: 08/08/2025.

Duration: 36 months

Funding: Funded

Funding towards:

• Home fee
• Stipend

Funding details: The PhD studentship will be 3 years, covering home fees and standard stipend.  International Students will need to be able to pay the difference between home and international fees.

Number of places: 1

Number of places extra: n/a

RCUK eligibility: No

Eligibility: To be considered for the role, you will be educated to a minimum of 2:1 or equivalent in an appropriate discipline or have significant relevant experience in addition to a relevant degree

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and from minority groups that are likely to be under-represented in our academic community. This includes, but is not limited to: Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, women and people from low-income or immigrant backgrounds. We value the unique perspectives and experiences diverse candidates bring to DMEM and the university. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Study modes eligibility: Full Time

Fee Status: 

• Home (Scottish)
• Rest of UK
• The Channel Islands & Isle of Man

Project Details: The project aims at researching a new sustainable femtosecond laser nanomanufacturing process to overcome the challenges of atomic sale precision, feature size and defects rates for quantum dots. In this project, molecular dynamics simulation study of light matter interaction, digital twin enabled process development and life cycle assessment will be researched.

Primary Supervisor: Prof Xichun Luo

Additional Supervisor/s: Dr Matt Boyle

Contact Details: For further details please contact Prof Xichun Luo

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