STFC-funded project in Theoretical Physics

Description

The Theoretical Physics group at the University of Liverpool invites applications for STFC funded PhD studentships, starting 1 October 2025.

The Theoretical Physics group provides an internationally leading research and training environment for PhD students in the fields of lattice field theory, particle physics phenomenology, multi-loop calculations, quantum field theory, beyond the standard model physics, astroparticle physics, cosmology and string phenomenology. The theoretical physics group comprises of Pavel Buividovich, Alon Faraggi, Martin Gorbahn, John Gracey, Simon Hands, Thomas M. Mohaupt, Susha Parameswaran, Paul Rakow, David Schaich, Juri Smirnov, Radu Tatar, Thomas Teubner, Tobias Tsang, and Yannick Ulrich.

All members of the Theoretical Physics group can supervise the STFC studentships that are in principle also open to international applicants. The studentships cover living costs at the UKRI studentship rate and student fees.

Preference is given to applicants submitting before 9 February (midnight UK time). Later applications will be considered until the position is filled. Interviews are anticipated for the end of February.

Background of applicants: Prior background in theoretical particle physics would be an advantage. The successful candidates should have or expect to have at least a 2.1 degree or equivalent in Physics and/or Mathematics.

We want all our staff and students to feel that Liverpool is an inclusive and welcoming environment that actively celebrates and encourages diversity.  We are committed to working with students to make all reasonable project adaptations including supporting those with caring responsibilities, disabilities and other person circumstances.  For example, if you have a disability you may be entitled to a Disabled Students Allowance on top of your studentship to help cover the cost of any additional support that a person studying for a doctorate might need as a result. 

Informal inquiries can be sent to Yannick Ulrich yannick.ulrich@liverpool.ac.uk

Please ensure you include the project title and reference number MPPR0008 when applying.

Preference is given to applicants submitting before 9 February

Availability

Open to students worldwide

Funding information

Funded studentship

Funding according to UKRI rates for 3.5 years covering fees and a stipend of £19,237 p.a. for living costs. The funding is provided by the STFC and at most one international student may be awarded.

 

Supervisors