Doctoral student in Biomedical microsystems Full-time NEW

Doctoral Student In Biomedical Microsystems

The Micro and Nanosystems Lab invites applications for a Ph.D. student position. We are seeking applicants who have a desire to conduct cutting-edge research within the area of biomedical MEMS. As a Ph.D. student in MEMS you will be part of an interdisciplinary research team that consists of members with different professional and cultural backgrounds.

The doctoral project aims to develop next generation minimally invasive sampling technologies for neuro biomarkers. The work includes developing the technical platform and evaluating it in relevant models in vitro and in vivo. The project addresses several research challenges in miniaturization, biomechanics and microfabrication. Your research will be application focused and address real issues. You will work in a very innovative environment in collaboration with clinical experts at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab.

Supervision: Prof. Niclas Roxhed is proposed to supervise the doctoral student. Decisions are made on admission.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to postgraduate education (Chapter 7, 39 § Swedish Higher Education Ordinance), the applicant must have basic eligibility in accordance with either of the following:

• passed a second cycle degree (for example a master's degree), or
• completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle higher education credits, or
• acquired, in some other way within or outside the country, substantially equivalent knowledge.
• Degree in Mechanical engineering or similar from a major university.

In addition to the above, there is also a mandatory requirement for English equivalent to English B/6.

Selection

In order to succeed as a doctoral student at KTH you need to be goal oriented and persevering in your work. During the selection process, candidates will be assessed upon their ability to:

• independently pursue his or her work
• collaborate with others,
• have a professional approach and
• analyze and work with complex issues.

Excellent command of English orally and in writing is required to publish in international journals. Outstanding academic track record. Skilled in pursuing experimental work. Experience with fine mechanics will be meritorious.

After the qualification requirements, great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.