Project Overview
About the Position
A 4-year fully funded PhD programme training researchers in materials chemistry, digital intelligence, and automation, offering 10+ cross-disciplinary research projects.
| Opportunity | Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT) |
| Host | University of Liverpool |
| Location | Liverpool, United Kingdom |
| Study Level | PhD |
| Funding | Fully Funded |
| Stipend | £21,805/year + £5 |
| Application Deadline | Open - Apply as soon as possible |
| Apply | Official application page ↗ |
Funding detail: £21,805 per year (maintenance grant) + £5,238 per year (fully covered tuition fees)
Basic Information
- Full Programme Name: EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Digital and Automated Materials Chemistry
- Host Institution: University of Liverpool
- Funding Body: EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)
- Study Level: PhD
- Duration: 4 years (48 months)
- Start Date: October 2026
- Number of Projects: 10+ cross-disciplinary research projects
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Stipend: £21,805 (2026/27 UKRI minimum) per year (maintenance grant)
- Tuition Fees: £5,238 per year (fully covered)
- Eligibility: Open to home and international students
- Application Deadline: Open until filled (apply as soon as possible)
About the Programme
The DAMC CDT trains cohorts of researchers with capabilities in materials chemistry, digital intelligence, and automation. Students develop core expertise in robotic, digital, chemical, and physical thinking, which they apply in domain-specific research in materials design, discovery, and processing. The programme includes a tailored training programme to develop both technical and leadership skills.
Research Focus
- Materials chemistry
- Digital intelligence and automation
- Robotic and automated experimentation
- AI-driven materials discovery
- Sustainable materials design
Programme Structure
- 4-year integrated PhD
- Tailored training programme
- Cross-disciplinary research projects
- Industry engagement and collaboration
Available Projects (2026-27)
- A Fast Validation of the Symmetry Principle for Molecular Synthesisability
- Automated Virtual and Physical Screening of Molecules for Application in Optoelectronics Devices
- Autonomous, On-Demand Manufacture of Polymer Nanomaterials in Continuous-Flow
- Crystal Structure Generation by Constrained Combinatorial Sampling
- Digital Exploration of Novel Polymeric Materials for Structural Composites
- Digital Exploration of Sulfur-Polymer Development
- Discovering CO2-capture materials using robots and 'Hive Mind' hybrid intelligence
- Discovering Design Rules in Product Formulation using Automated Rheo-Dialysis and Scattering
- Discovering New Materials in the Laboratory with Automated Reasoning and Explainable AI
- Introducing Temperature and Disorder into Digital Materials Discovery Workflows
- Mitigating Synthesisability Loss in 3D Generative Models
- Putting a (Better) Brain in the Mobile Robotic Chemist
- Real Time Mixing Control in Flow Chemistry
Eligibility and Requirements
- First Class or 2:1 Honours degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related discipline
- Relevant Master's degree preferred
- International students welcome
- IELTS 6.5 (minimum) for non-native English speakers
Contact
Questions about this position, eligibility or the application process should be raised through the contact channel given on the official announcement page (see the Official Link section above). Always quote the position reference in your message so the admissions or HR team can route your enquiry quickly.
Official Link
Full announcement and application portal: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/doctoral-training/digital-and-automated-materials-chemistry/prospective-students/how-to-apply/
Source: liverpool.ac.uk - the details in this listing were recorded from this official page.
Important Notes
- Application deadline: Open - Apply as soon as possible - late or incomplete applications are normally not considered.
- Listing details were recorded from the official source at the time of publication; always confirm the latest requirements on the official page before applying.
- Prepare the documents listed in the eligibility and application sections before starting the online form - transcripts, CV and references take the longest to collect.
How to Apply
Apply via the University of Liverpool's postgraduate research portal. Select DAMC CDT and choose your preferred project.
Application guides
Frequently asked questions
Drawn from this listing's own record. Always confirm the details on the official source before applying.
What is the deadline for Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT)?
Applications for this listing stay open on a rolling basis — there is no fixed closing date (Open - Apply as soon as possible). Apply early: rolling awards are often confirmed in the order applications are received.
Is Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT) fully funded?
This is a fully funded award: tuition is covered and a living stipend is provided for the duration of the programme. £21,805/year + £5.
Who is eligible to apply for Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT)?
This opportunity is open to applicants worldwide. Host-country status is not a requirement, although you must still satisfy the visa rules for United Kingdom. Applications are assessed by University of Liverpool.
How do I apply for Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT)?
Applications for Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT) are submitted directly to University of Liverpool through the provider's own application portal — use the Apply button on this page to open it. NextApply does not process applications or charge a fee.
Is an English proficiency test required for Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT)?
Yes — an English-language certificate is required for this listing. Check the exact band expected on the official source, since it can differ by programme. Requirements for United Kingdom are published by the provider.
What study level does Fully Funded EPSRC CDT in Digital & Automated Materials Chemistry (DAMC CDT) offer?
This listing is offered at PhD level. That describes the qualification on offer, not a credential you must already hold — check the provider's stated entry requirements before applying.