"Full Time PhD Studentship in Quantum Computing at The School of Physical Sciences"

The Open University - Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

Qualification Type: PhD

Location: Milton Keynes

Funding for: UK Students

Funding amount: £20,780 per annum stipend + research training support grant

Hours: Full Time

Placed On: 1st July 2025

Closes: 19th September 2025

Please quote reference: Quantum Computing at The School of Physical Sciences

Duration: 3 years and 6 months

Brief outline: This project provides access to research facilities and training both at the OU and Strathclyde, along with regular collaboration with leading experts in quantum computing and experimental physics. There will be a requirement to attend periodic meetings of the Oxford QCi3 Hub, which funds this project. The studentship is for 3.5 years.

Further details are available here: Demonstration of Deterministic QC with one clean qubit (DQC1) on a neutral atom array

How to apply: If you would like to apply then please read the guidance on applying for a PhD studentship here and e-mail the following to STEM-SPS-PHD@open.ac.uk by the application deadline 19th September 2025 - 17:00.

A completed Application form UK if you are classed as a home student.

An up to date CV.

A list of individual courses taken and grades obtained.

A personal statement.

Any other relevant information that you think may support your case for consideration.

You do not need to submit a research proposal, as it is already defined by us. You are encouraged to contact the lead supervisor of the project, Dr Silvia Bergamini, for any informal enquiries.

Interviews will take place remotely shortly after the application deadline.

Funding and Eligibility: This studentship is funded for 3 years and 3 months, with the possibility of an additional 3 month extension. It attracts a stipend of £20,780 per year (2025/26 rate) and covers the home-student University fees. The studentship also includes a research training support grant.

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the UKRI academic requirements. We normally require candidates to have at least a 2:1 at UK BSc or MSc level.