GCU PhD in Predicting the Risk of Opioid Use Disorder in Non-Cancer Chronic Pain 2025

This fully funded PhD studentship, co-sponsored by the Academy of Medical Sciences and Glasgow Caledonian University, offers an exciting opportunity to explore the risk factors and prediction models for opioid use disorder (OUD) in Scotland. The project focuses on individuals prescribed opioids for non-cancer chronic pain and aims to develop a clinical risk prediction tool using electronic health records and data science methods.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 1, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorGlasgow Caledonian University
• City to studyGlasgow
• School to studyGlasgow Caledonian University
• Course to studyHealth Sciences , Medical Science , Psychology , public health , Behavioural Science
• Eligible CountryUnited Kingdom

Benefits

• Full tuition coverage for UK/Home students

• Annual stipend of £20,780 (UKRI rate) starting 1st October 2025

Requirements

• Applicants should have a first or upper second-class honours degree in Psychology, Public Health, Medical Science or a related discipline (e.g., Behavioural Science; Health Sciences).
• An MSc (merit or distinction) in a relevant subject would also be advantageous.
• Experience with statistical methods and interest in addiction, are essential
• Due to the nature of the funding, this studentship is open to UK/Republic of Ireland applicants only.

Selection Process

Selection is based on:

• Academic excellence
• Research interest in addiction sciences, epidemiology, or statistical modelling
• Strength of personal statement (max 1 A4 page)
• Understanding of electronic health records and data science is a plus

Application Documents

• Online application via GCU portal
• Personal statement (max one A4 page)
• Degree certificates and transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Two academic references

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Application Deadline

How To Apply

Before you begin an application, you are invited and encouraged to contact the research supervisor(s). You will find their details listed on the PhD project. You can search the available PhD projects here.

If proposing your own PhD topic, you are encouraged to make contact with the relevant research department. Here is a Guide to writing a PhD proposal.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide:

• Your academic qualifications including in progress qualifications and IELTS if English is not your first language
• At least one letter of reference on institution/company headed paper
• Any other relevant documentation requested in the project specification

Begin a PhD application

For more details, visit GCU Scholarship webpage