Full Time PhD Studentships at the School of Physical Sciences, STEM Faculty

2 months ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

Salary: £18,622 enhanced stipend (plus a CASE uplift, and £1,000 research training support grant) per annum
Location: Milton Keynes
Please quote reference: PhD Studentships at the School of Physical Sciences

One STFC CASE-plus and one STFC CASE studentship with duration of 3.5 years, both full time, are available from 1 February 2025.

Interviews will take place remotely in the week beginning 9th September 2024.

Applications for two PhD projects to commence on 1st February 2025 are now open at the School of Physical Sciences. The projects available are listed here:

The studentships cover fees, include an enhanced stipend (£18,622 per annum for 2023–2024 plus a CASE uplift), and also include £1,000 research training support grant per annum.

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the UKRI academic requirements. We normally require that the candidates have at least a 2:1 at UK BSc or MSc level, but some projects may differ – please check the project description or confirm with the main supervisor of the project you are interested in. Interested persons are strongly encouraged to make informal enquiries to the lead supervisor of the research project they are interested in before applying.

The closing date for applications is 2nd September 2024.

Completed application forms should be sent to SPS at STEM-SPS-

Further details are available at:

General information about studying for a research degree with the Open University is available from the Research Degrees Prospectus:

£18,622 p.a.



  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

    School of Physical Sciences at The Open UniversityBased in Milton KeynesThe School of Physical Sciences offers one STFC CASE-plus and one STFC CASE fully-funded PhD studentships available to start in February 2025. A2. Spotting Ice (SPICE): infrared light-field tracking of icy particlesA2 is a 3.5-year CASE-plus studentship funded by STFC with the potential...

  • STEM PhD Specialist

    4 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate to join our team as a Technical Solutions Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for utilizing your technical expertise to support and advise customers on solution development, product specifications, and custom products.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity for a PhD...

  • STEM PhD Specialist

    6 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate to join our team as a Technical Solutions Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for utilizing your technical expertise to support and advise customers on solution development, product specifications, and custom products.About the Role:This is an exciting opportunity for a PhD...

  • Project Officer

    2 months ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

    Weekly Working Hours: 37Job Description: About the RoleFull time, fixed term contract for 2 yearsWe seek an enthusiastic microscopist to join our Electron Microscopy Core Facility within the Faculty of STEM, supporting internal and external research projects and commercial work.We seek an individual who can enhance the unit's capabilities in quantitative...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

    About the RoleContribute to Innovative Research and Teaching in PsychologyWe are seeking a lecturer to join our team as an academic member of the School of Psychology & Counselling in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The successful candidate will have a key role in maintaining, developing, and teaching our British Psychological Society (BPS)...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

    About the RoleContribute to Innovative Research and Teaching in PsychologyWe are seeking a lecturer to join our team as an academic member of the School of Psychology & Counselling in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. The successful candidate will have a key role in maintaining, developing, and teaching our British Psychological Society (BPS)...

  • PhD Graduate

    3 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate to join our team as a Technical Solutions Specialist. As a Technical Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support and solutions to our customers.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement technical solutions to meet customer needsCollaborate with cross-functional teams...

  • PhD Graduate

    5 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate to join our team as a Technical Solutions Specialist. As a Technical Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support and solutions to our customers.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement technical solutions to meet customer needsCollaborate with cross-functional teams...

  • PhD Graduate

    3 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate to join our team as a Technical Solutions Specialist. As a Technical Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for providing technical support and solutions to our customers.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement technical solutions to meet customer needsCollaborate with cross-functional teams...

  • PhD Graduate

    6 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job OpportunityAre you a PhD graduate looking for a challenging role in a dynamic company?Our client, a leading engineering and technology company, is seeking a PhD Graduate – Technical Solutions Specialist to join their team.Key Responsibilities:Develop technical solutions to meet customer needsCollaborate with customers to understand product...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Lecturer in Sports and Exercise Science to join our team at The Open University UK. The successful candidate will contribute to the leadership of new and existing undergraduate modules and programmes in Sports and Exercise Science.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University UK Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Lecturer in Sports and Exercise Science to join our team at The Open University UK. The successful candidate will contribute to the leadership of new and existing undergraduate modules and programmes in Sports and Exercise Science.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Willow Park School Full time

    Educational Science Facilitator - Academic Year Only Are you an enthusiastic Educational Science Facilitator committed to positively influencing the educational journeys of students? Role Objective Your primary responsibility will be to assess and enhance the learning trajectories of individual students, customizing educational materials to meet their...

  • Science Educator

    6 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Willow Park School Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Science Teacher to join our team at Willow Park School. As a Science Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality education to our students with complex needs, including SEMH and Autism.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement engaging and inclusive Science lessons that cater to the...

  • Teacher of Science

    6 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Willow Park School Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Science Teacher to join our team at Willow Park School. As a Science Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education to our students with complex needs.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement engaging Science curricula that cater to the diverse needs of our...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

    Weekly Working Hours: 37Contract Type: Fixed Term ContractAbout the Role Full time or part time (min 22.5 hrs). Hybrid working but attendance in Milton Keynes office will be required a minimum of 2 days per weekInterviews: Wednesday 4th September 2024We are seeking to appoint a Research Associate to join the EPSRC-funded STRIDE project ) within the OU's SEAD...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Willow Park School Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Science Teacher to join our team at Willow Park School. As a Science Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality education to our students with complex needs, including SEMH and Autism.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement engaging and inclusive Science lessons that cater to the...

  • PhD Graduate

    4 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate - Technical Solutions Specialist to join our team at Verso Recruitment Group. As a PhD Graduate - Technical Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for utilizing your technical expertise to support and advise customers on solution development, product specifications, and custom products.Key...

  • PhD Graduate

    5 days ago


    Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Verso Recruitment Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled PhD Graduate - Technical Solutions Specialist to join our team at Verso Recruitment Group. As a PhD Graduate - Technical Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for utilizing your technical expertise to support and advise customers on solution development, product specifications, and custom products.Key...


  • Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom The Open University Full time

    Closing Date: 04/09/2024Weekly Working Hours: 37Contract Type: Fixed Term ContractWelsh Language Standard: Not ApplicableJob Description: About the RoleFull time, Fixed Term Contract for 2 years. This position is based full time in Milton Keynes. Some travel for conferences and international collaborations is required. Interviews: w/c 23rd September 2024 at...