Company: Polytechnicpositions
Location: Nottingham
Posted: April 17th, 2026
Institution: University of Nottingham – Faculty of Engineering, Buildings, Energy and Environment (BEE) Research Group
Location: UK
Reference: ENG307
Closing Date: Open until filled
This PhD focuses on evidence‑based, climate‑resilient retrofit strategies for UK school buildings to improve:
The research integrates Passive House and EnerPHit principles with real‑world building data. It aims to produce practical, scalable solutions for school estate managers, designers, and policymakers, supporting the Net Zero Schools agenda.
First‑class or 2:1 undergraduate degree in:
Relevant Master’s or professional experience in sustainable design, building physics, energy modelling, or environmental performance is desirable.
Motivated to address real‑world challenges in sustainable building retrofit.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Desirable skills: quantitative methods, dynamic building performance analysis, stakeholder engagement, and experience in sustainable architecture or building physics.
Funding sought post‑selection to cover home tuition fees and UKRI doctoral stipend.
Hands‑on experience with real school buildings and measured datasets.
Training through the Researcher Academy, including academic writing, networking, and career development.
Access to a supportive interdisciplinary supervisory team and outstanding research facilities.
Opportunity to make a significant societal and environmental impact.
Contact: Dr. Sara Mohamed for further information and application submission.
In your application, please refer to Polytechnicpositions.com