Dr. Roger Jones

Professor

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Biography

Roger Jones is a leader in the field of Particle Accelerator Physics, having previously served as the Head of the Particle Accelerator Physics Group at the University of Manchester. His expertise encompasses beam dynamics, collective effects, and accelerator physics, particularly in the context of VHEE FLASH radiotherapy and linear colliders. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of both large-scale colliders and small semi-portable accelerators, focusing on advanced areas of research including wake-fields and higher order modes. Prof. Jones has been actively involved in international collaborations with organizations such as DESY, CERN, and SLAC, reflecting his engagement with the global scientific community. He teaches graduate-level courses that aim to deepen students' understanding of linear accelerators and beam dynamics, reinforcing their ph.d. studies. His past appointments include research roles at Stanford University and the Cavendish Laboratory at the University of Cambridge. Jones is committed to advancing education and outreach in particle physics through collaborative research and dedicated Ph.D. projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Leading research in Particle Accelerator Physics and teaching graduate courses.

Head of Particle Accelerator Physics Group

2015-01-01 — 2020-01-01

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Oversaw research and collaboration in the field of particle accelerators.

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.