[Materials] PhD (Kingston University, UK)

Sustainable Concrete Materials & ConstructionConcrete and Masonry Research Group, Faculty of EngineeringThe Concrete and Masonry Research Group within the Faculty of Engineering at Kingston University has established itself as a centre of excellence in developing an improved understanding of concrete and masonry products. The group is seeking an enthusiastic graduate to research on an exciting project aimed at creating high-value sustainable recycling solutions for construction demolition and glass wastes.

Applications are invited for a 3-year fully funded PhD studentship. The studentship will cover UK/EU level fees and includes a stipend of ￡12000 per year as well as provision for travel to conferences.

Applicants must have a good first degree or MSc in the subject areas of civil engineering, concrete technology, material sciences, building technology or equivalent. The successful applicant will be part of a lively research team working on various aspects of concrete/masonry product development, design, sustainable construction and technology at scientific, as well as applied research levels. He/She should be ready to start as soon as possible. Informal queries may be made to Professor Mukesh Limbachiya (m.limbachiya@kingston.ac.uk) Tel: +44 (0) 208 547 8268.

With more than 17,000 students, Kingston University is now one of the largest universities in southern England. Research in the field of Concrete Technology and Sustainable Construction at Kingston University is carried out under the umbrella of the Concrete and Masonry Research Group within the Faculty of Engineering at Kingston University. The Group is part of the Sustainable Technology Research Centre (http://engineering.kingston.ac.uk/strc), which has an inter-disciplinary team of civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, hydrologists, material scientists and management experts.

Applying for the Studentship
http://www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate/applynow/documents/ku_postgrad_application_and_reference_form.pdf

Please return completed application form (marked Ref: CMRG2008), curriculum vitae, copies of academic qualifications, references and all other required documentation to:Ms Jackie DeaconAdmin Officer: Research & Short CoursesKingston UniversityFaculty of EngineeringFriars
AvenueRoehampton ValeLondon SW15 3DW
Tel: 020 8417 4736
Email: j.deacon@kingston.ac.uk

Please note that we may not be able to consider your application if all the necessary documents are not submitted. We are unable to inform all the applicants of their outcome - if you do not hear from us 6-weeks after the closing date; your application has been unsuccessful.
Closing date: 5 November 2008