PhD Student Opportunity

Interested in doing a PhD?  Applications close on the 16th February 2026.

We are welcoming applications for a full-time PhD scholarship at the University of Southampton.

This PhD project builds on a newly funded NIHR pharmacological study aiming at predicting response to methylphenidate (the most common medication for ADHD), based on children’s clinical, cognitive, and physiological characteristics. Ultimately, this will help tailor treatment options and thus improve patients’ outcomes.

Entry requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (at least a 2.1 or international equivalent) in Psychology, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacology, or related fields. Having already completed a Master’s degree is welcome. Previous experience in quantitative research (e.g. in recruiting and testing research participants as part of prior studies or research assistant post) is highly desirable. Prior knowledge of the UK NHS is advantageous. Excellent organisation skills, diligence, and teamworking are highly desirable.

You can find more info on the project and how to apply here:

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Predicting treatment response in adhd based on individual clinical, cognitive and physiological characteristics at University of Southampton

Dr Maheen Siddiqui is currently looking for a PhD student to join her team at Birkbeck, University of London, as part of the Diversity100 studentship scheme. This is an excellent opportunity to apply for a PhD position to work on an exciting Wellcome Trust-funded project investigating early brain development using multimodal neuroimaging techniques (fNIRS, EEG, MRS and fMRI).

Please note that this is not a funded position—interested applicants will need to apply for a PhD place at Birkbeck under my supervision and secure funding through the Diversity100 studentship scheme.

Eligibility and Application Details:
This opportunity is open only to home students from minoritised backgrounds as part of the Diversity100 studentship scheme.

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined here: Diversity100 Studentships.
If you are interested or would like to discuss the application process further, please get in touch with Dr Maheen Siddiqui at m.siddiqui@bbk.ac.uk.

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