This is a 4-year studentship starting from March 1st 2010. Each year the applicants will conduct research for a PhD for 75% of the time and demonstrate and mark undergraduate lab classes in biomechanics for 25% of the time. The preferred area for research is age related changes in gait with a specific focus on balance and coordination.

The successful applicants must have a good first degree (upper second or first) in field of Sport and Exercise Science or a related discipline including a strong grounding in biomechanics. Current final year undergraduates or master’s students are eligible to apply. The studentship is available to all European citizens.

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Dr Cassie Wilson, Sport, Health and Exercise Science, School for Health, University of Bath, Bath, BA2 7AY; e-mail: c.wilson3@bath.ac.uk

Further information is available at: http://www.bath.ac.uk/health/research/PhDGTA_furtherinfo_0912.pdf

Candidates are requested to apply using the University’s standard postgraduate admission procedures using the on-line application form at: https://secure.bath.ac.uk/prospectus/cgi-bin/applications.pl

Closing Date: 8th January, 2010