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PhD Studentship - Marine Sciences: Understanding Plankton Biodiversity and Ecosystem Change by Applying Machine Learning – A CASE Studentship (SERVO)

University of Plymouth·Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k194d ago

Lead Supervisor (DoS): Professor Abigail McQuatters-Gollop Second Supervisor: Dr Clare Ostle Third Supervisor: Professor Adrien Desjardins Fourth Supervisor: Dr James Scott Fifth Supervisor: Dr Saskia Rühl Applications are invited for three 3.5 year PhD studentships with the Mari…

Higher EducationOcean SciencesAcademicPhysical & Environmental Sciences+1
University of Plymouth

PhD Studentship - Chemistry: Ocean Biomass Catalysis - Enzyme-Catalyst Hybrids for Renewable Chemical Production from Invasive Seaweed Species (OCEANCAT)

University of Plymouth·Plymouth

HybridContract$21k–$21k194d ago

Funding: The studentship is supported for 3.5 years and includes Home or International tuition fees plus a stipend of £20,780 per annum 2025-26 rate (2026-27 rate TBC) Lead Supervisor (DoS): Dr Lee Durndell Second Supervisor: Professor Karen Wilson Third Supervisor: Dr Thierry To…

Materials ScienceHigher EducationEngineering & TechnologyChemistry+5
University of Plymouth

PhD Studentship: Understanding Plankton Biodiversity and Ecosystem Change by Applying Machine Learning - A CASE studentship

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteFull-time194d ago

Lead Supervisor (DoS): Professor Abigail McQuatters-Gollop Second Supervisor: Dr Clare Ostle Third Supervisor: Professor Adrien Desjardins Fourth Supervisor: Dr James Scott Fifth Supervisor: Dr Saskia Rühl Applications are invited for a 3.5 year PhD studentship with Marine Resear…

BotanyPhDsHigher EducationOther Biological Sciences+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Studentship: Assessing Tipping Points in Temperate Coastal Ecosystems: Integrating Thermal Landscapes, Individual Physiology, and Community-level Responses to Heatwaves

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteFull-time194d ago

Lead Supervisor (DoS): Dr Manuela Truebano Second Supervisor: Dr Dan Smale Third Supervisor: Dr Juliane Wihsgott Applications are invited for a 3.5 year PhD studentship with Marine Research Plymouth – a collaborative partnership between the University of Plymouth, the Plymouth Ma…

Higher EducationOther Biological SciencesBiological SciencesAcademic+4
University of Plymouth

Research Fellow (Qualitative Case Studies)

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$40k–$46k194d ago

About the role We have an exciting opportunity to be part of a  large NIHR-funded study exploring what is working and what isn’t in the care of people at the end of their lives: https://fundingawards.nihr.ac.uk/award/NIHR167160 . The study is led by  Associate Professor Susie Pea…

Medicine & DentistryNursingHealth & MedicalAcademic+2
University of Plymouth

Mental Health Advisor x2

University of Plymouth·Plymouth

OnsitePart-time$40k–$46k196d ago

Do you have a passion for working in mental health? Are you looking to work alongside a dynamic and creatve team supporting students on their academic journey? About the role Mental Health Advisors are responsible for the delivery of mental health support to Univeristy of Plymout…

Student ServicesHealth, Wellbeing & CareAcademicProfessional / Managerial / Support Services+1
University of Plymouth

Trial Manager and Assistant Trial Manager

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteFull-time$36k–$46k196d ago

The UKCRC-registered Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit (PenCTU) at the University of Plymouth provides multi-disciplinary academic support to researchers and clinicians for the design and conduct of high quality clinical trials and other well designed research studies. With a growin…

Laboratory, Clinical & TechnicianAcademicProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAdministrative+1
University of Plymouth

Student Services Hub Advsior x2

University of Plymouth·Plymouth

OnsiteContract$27k–$30k198d ago

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive, student-centred University in a beautiful coastal location — a place where you can genuinely make a difference. At the University of Plymouth, we offer excellent career development and progression, underpinned by a strong com…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesStudent ServicesHigher EducationAcademic
University of Plymouth

Research Assistant

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$30k–$35k198d ago

We are seeking a Research Assistant to work on a joint-funded Seale-Hayne Education Trust and Centre for Research Excellence in Sustainable and Productive Systems project to investigate the status of free-living honey bees in the UK. This exciting project will bring new knowledge…

AcademicOther Biological SciencesBiologyBiological Sciences+2
University of Plymouth

Personal Assistant to the Head of School of Psychology

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsitePart-time$27k–$30k198d ago

Are you organised, proactive, and great with people? We’re looking for someone to join our Executive Support Team in the Faculty of Health as a Personal Assistant to the Head of School (School of Psychology) . This is a job-share role where you’ll be at the heart of the School’s …

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAdministrativeHigher EducationAcademic
University of Plymouth

Professor of Marine Technology and Autonomy

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteFull-time198d ago

The University of Plymouth seeks to appoint a Professor of Marine Technology and Autonomy, to help drive and expand our new cross disciplinary research centre, CMAST, the Centre for Marine Autonomy, Maritime Cyber-Security and Technology. About the Role As Professor, you will: Le…

AcademicMaritime TechnologyAcademic or ResearchHigher Education+1
University of Plymouth

Co-ACTION Intervention Facilitator

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth, Hybrid

HybridContract$36k–$39k201d ago

About the role Co-ACTION is a five-year NIHR-funded research programme developing and testing a personalised, multi-sectoral support model for people living with multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs). The programme takes a holistic, bio-psychosocial approach, combining social and…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicLaboratory, Clinical & TechnicianHigher Education+6
University of Plymouth

Co-ACTION Research Assistant

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$36k–$39k202d ago

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to join the Community and Primary Care Research Group  (CPCRG) within the Faculty of Health. The CPCRG is intensively research active and has a strong proven track record of Health Services Research. Our research is cond…

Professional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicLaboratory, Clinical & TechnicianOther Social Sciences+4
University of Plymouth

Delivery Manager (Team Plymouth)

University of Plymouth·Plymouth, Hybrid

HybridContract$40k–$46k203d ago

In September 2025, Plymouth was named as one of five key national defence growth areas in the UK Defence Industrial Strategy. Team Plymouth is a collaboration between key organisations, that aims to ensure that the city can exploit the unprecedented opportunities that being a “De…

Higher EducationProfessional / Managerial / Support ServicesAcademicProject Management & Consulting
University of Plymouth

PhD Physical Geography and PhD Environmental Sciences - “Peatlands on the Edge: Integrating Modern and Long-Term Ecology To Inform UK Peatland Fire Management in a Changing Climate”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Jessie Woodbridge 2nd Supervisor: Professor Ralph Fyfe 3rd Supervisor: Professor Gareth Clay , University of Manchester 4th Supervisor: Mrs Frances McCullagh, Natural England Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship. The studentship will start on 01 Octobe…

MathematicsPhDsAcademicEnvironmental Sciences+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Physical Geography - “Dynamics of Land-to-Lake Transfers in the Lake Victoria Basin “

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Michael Watts , British Geological Survey ( [email protected] ) 2nd Supervisor: Professor Will Blake ( [email protected] ) 3rd Supervisor: Dr Olivier Humphrey , British Geological Survey 4th Supervisor: Professor Odipo Osano, University of Eldoret Applications a…

ChemistryPhDsAcademicEnvironmental Sciences+5
University of Plymouth

PhD Environmental Sciences - “From Oceans to Clouds: Is the Antarctic Ocean Microlayer a Source of Cloud Forming Particles?”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Floortje van den Heuvel , British Antarctic Survey 2nd Supervisor: Professor Mark Fitzsimons 3rd Supervisor: Dr Markus Frey , British Antarctic Survey 4th Supervisor: Dr Freya Squires , British Antarctic Survey Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship, sta…

ChemistryPhDsAcademicEnvironmental Sciences+5
University of Plymouth

PhD Marine Sciences - “Impacts of UK Heatwaves on Coastal Biodiversity: From Genes to Ecosystems”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Manuela Truebano Garcia 2nd Supervisor: Dr Daniel Smale 3rd Supervisor: Dr Michael Collins Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship, starting 01 October 2026 Project Description Climate change is driving more frequent and intense heatwaves, with major cons…

MicrobiologyGeneticsPhDsAcademic+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Environmental Sciences - “Microbial Drivers of Temperate Rainforest Expansion and Functional Resilience”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Thomas Murphy 2nd Supervisor: Dr James Buckley 3rd Supervisor: Dr Kirsty Matthews Nicholass 4th Supervisor: Dr Jennifer Rowntree Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship, starting 01 October 2026 Project Description Scientific background The British and Ir…

MicrobiologyGeneticsPhDsAcademic+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Biological Sciences - “Ecology of Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems: Connecting Functional Diversity and Resilience”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Professor Kerry Howell, Plymouth Marine Laboratory and University of Plymouth 2nd Supervisor: Dr Angela Stevenson 3rd Supervisor: Ms Heidi Tillin 4th Supervisor: Dr Ana Hilario , University of Aveiro, Portugal Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship, startin…

MicrobiologyGeneticsPhDsAcademic+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Biological Sciences - “Sitting Ducks, What’s the Flux? The Impact of Seabird Nest Abundance and Spatial Distribution on Ecosystem Processes”

University of Plymouth·Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Katherine Herborn 2nd Supervisor: Dr James Buckley 3rd Supervisor: Dr Mick Hanley 4th Supervisor: Dr Jón Einar Jónsson , Snæfellsnes Research Centre, University of Iceland 5th Supervisor: Dr Scott Davidson , The Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) Applications are invi…

MicrobiologyGeneticsPhDsAcademic+6
University of Plymouth

PhD Geological Sciences - “Hot Rocks and Hidden Metals: The Porosity Puzzle of the Cornubian Batholith”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Michelle Harris 2nd Supervisor: Dr Andy Parsons 3rd Supervisor: Dr Katie Jones 4th Supervisor: Dr Giuliano Laudone Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship, starting 01 October 2026 Project Description Scientific Background: The Cornubian batholith of SW E…

ChemistryPhDsAcademicOther Physical Sciences+4
University of Plymouth

PhD Environmental Sciences - “Tools for Assessing Microbial Risks of Groundwater Heating”

University of Plymouth·Nottingham

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Simon Gregory , British Geological Survey 2nd Supervisor: Dr Matt Bailey-Ross 3rd Supervisor: Dr Mike Spence , British Geological Survey 4th Supervisor: Dr Sian Loveless, Environment Agency Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship. The studentship will sta…

AcademicPhDsEnvironmental SciencesOther Physical Sciences+2
University of Plymouth

PhD Marine Sciences – “Anthropogenic Impacts on Growth and Protein Metabolism in the European Sea Bass, Dicentrarchus labrax”

University of Plymouth·Devon, Plymouth

OnsiteContract$21k–$21k209d ago

DoS: Dr Keiron Fraser ([email protected]) 2nd Supervisor: Dr Benjamin Ciotti ([email protected]) 3rd Supervisor: Professor Simon Lamarre , Université de Moncton, Canada Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship. The studentship will start on…

PhDsAcademicOther Physical SciencesHigher Education+6

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