PhD Studentship in Control Systems and Robotics
Part-time PhD position combining advanced robotics research with academic teaching responsibilities at the University of Manchester.
Best for:Best for aspiring researchers in engineering and robotics seeking a structured PhD combined with university teaching experience.
Overview
The University of Manchester invites applications for a part-time PhD studentship and Postgraduate Research Teaching Associate role within the Control Systems and Robotics Group. Spanning 70 months, the position is structured as approximately 60% research and 40% teaching, allowing the candidate to develop both technical expertise and academic teaching credentials. The research project aligns with the group's focus areas, including control theory, autonomous systems, sensing, and applied robotics for real-world industries. The successful applicant will receive full tuition coverage, an annual tax-free stipend, and an additional salary bringing the minimum annual income to £27,107.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent doctoral research within the Control Systems and Robotics Group for approximately 60% of work time
- Participate in academic teaching and related support activities for approximately 40% of work time
- Engage with interdisciplinary industrial and scientific challenges across sectors such as aerospace, nuclear, and energy
- Contribute to active research seminars, group meetings, and collaborative projects
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present outcomes at academic conferences
- Progress successfully through institutional doctoral milestones and thesis submission
Requirements
Degree required: First-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate or master's degree in engineering, robotics, control systems, computer science, applied mathematics, or a closely related discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills demonstrated through academic or project work
- Background in control systems, robotics, autonomous systems, or mechatronics
- Demonstrated motivation and aptitude for doctoral-level research
- Interest and capability in contributing to undergraduate teaching activities
- Applicants must be eligible to pay tuition fees at the Home rate
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-31
Interested applicants should first contact Dr Joaquin Carrasco via email with a one-page expression of interest detailing their background, research interests, and motivation. Suitable candidates will then be invited to formally apply through the university's postgraduate research admission portal.
- Expression of interest
- Academic transcripts
- CV
Contact
Joaquin Carrasco
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