Applications are invited for a self-funded PhD position on "Aeroelasticity of 
Aerospace Smart Structures" to support the development of next-generation 
aerospace vehicles. The successful candidate will develop new and enhanced 
models for aeroelasticity of highly flexible next-generation aerospace smart 
structures.

Preferably the candidates have

1. MSc and BSc degrees in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, civil 
engineering, applied mathematics or applied physics

2. Solid knowledge of mathematics and physics

3. Good skills in developing computer code in MATLAB, Python or C++

4. Good skills in engineering software as ANSYS, ABAQUS or STAR CCM+

The Department Engineering and Computer Science at the University of 
Hertfordshire puts exciting industry-leading technology into your hands.

You will benefit from world-class learning and experiential facilities to enable 
you to develop the practical skills you need to gain your dream career in the 
different fields of engineering and computer science. Our facilities include; 
commercial flight simulators, supersonic wind tunnels, driving simulators and 
specialist artificial intelligence and robotics labs all designed to give you 
the skills you need to succeed.
https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/schools-of-study/physics-engineering-and-computer-
science/engineering-and-computer-science

Please note that it is a self-funded PhD position.

Interested applicants, please email the following materials in PDF format to 
app4research@gmail.com with "PhD Application" in the subject line of your email.

1. Cover letter
2. Full CV (including publication list if any available)
3. Transcript for undergraduate degree
4. Short statement of research interests
5. Contact details of two referees (including affiliation, email, phone number)

Eligibility: no restrictions

Deadline: until filled

Starting Date: November 2023, with some flexibility

All emails and enclosed materials will be assessed, but only those with a good 
match will be replied.