We are recruiting: Join our second cohort of DigitalMetal researchers
We are pleased to confirm we will be recruiting for our second round of DigitalMetal researchers from 01 November 2025.
The Centre, which represents a £20million investment from the EPSRC alongside industrial and university partners, was established in 2025 across 5 member institutions; Leicester, Birmingham, Loughborough, Nottingham & Warwick to train more than 60 emerging leaders over the next 7 years.
JOIN A NETWORK OF TOP TIER RESEARCH INSTUTIONS
This new round of recruitment will establish the second cohort of researchers on the CDT programme – providing fully-funded 4 year studentships across the CDT consortium, beginning in September 2026.
The CDT Programme, presents an exciting opportunity to undertake a project with a leading researcher and industry partner at your chosen institution within the consortium. Members of the CDT Cohort will also join a community of like-minded PhD researchers as part of the DigitalMetal initiative.
Upcoming Recruitment Events – come and meet us in person!
Wednesday 6th October, Univ.of Leiester Graduate & Placements Recruitment Fair Sports Hall, Charles Wilson Building 10.00am – 2.30pm
Thursday 16th October, Univ.of Leicester STEM Recruitment Fair Sports Hall, Charles Wilson Building 10.00am – 2.30pm