The School of Sport and Education is comprised of the Sport Sciences and Education subject areas which have consistently been rated highly in national league tables. This reflects a strong tradition in Sport and Education coupled with significant recent investment in state-of-the-art sports and laboratory facilities for research and teaching. The School offers a vibrant and dynamic environment in which to research and teach. There is a stimulating mix of young researchers working alongside more experienced colleagues.
Within Sport Sciences we have two research centres: Centre for Sports Medicine and Human Performance and Centre for Youth Sport and Athlete Welfare. As part of our vision for 2013 and beyond we are looking to continue development in these areas. We have one full time PhD studentship available, beginning 1st October 2010.
Centre for Sports Medicine and Human Performance (CSMHP)
Applications are invited for a PhD studentship project entitled “Pathogenesis of Exercise-Induced Asthma in Athletes”. Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) is highly prevalent in elite athletes. However, its mechanisms remain unclear. The objective of this research project is to explore the involvement of airway epithelial injury in the pathogenesis of EIA in athletes. The project involves experimental work with athletes. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn a range of advanced techniques for respiratory function assessment and EIA detection. The project builds on the recent opening of the Asthma Screening Centre for elite athletes within the Centre for Sport Medicine & Human Performance at Brunel University and on funding awarded by the World Anti-Doping Agency. The project will be led by Dr Pascale Kippelen in collaboration with Dr Lee Romer as well as staff from collaborating medical/academic institutions. For informal discussions regarding this project please contact Dr Pascale Kippelen at Pascale.kippelen@brunel.ac.uk or Dr Lee Romer at lee.romer@brunel.ac.uk
Eligibility
Applicants must have a good first degree (upper second or first) in a Sport Sciences or related discipline and preferably hold a relevant master's degree.
A studentship of £12,980, plus full time home/EU tuition fees, for a maximum of three years is available to support the successful applicant. The successful applicant is required to undertake 150 hours of teaching and learning-related activities per academic year.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for this PhD studentship, please e-mail the following to Julie Bradshaw, our Research Administrator, at julie.bradshaw@brunel.ac.uk by Noon on 26th of August 2010 (interviews will take place during week beginning 6th September 2010):
1. A copy of your CV and information about the teaching-related activities you could support;
2. A one-page (A4 single-spaced) personal statement indicating why you would be suitable for the project
3. Names and contact details of three referees (two academic and one personal) who can support your application