Dr. Sumit Kumar, Assistant Professor at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Bengaluru, is recruiting PhD scholars (full-time/part-time) to join his research group in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology. The group focuses on the broad domain of microfluidics, with interdisciplinary applications including soft matter and interfacial transport, lab-on-a-chip systems, point-of-care technologies, electrowetting and droplet manipulation, biomedical and healthcare applications, microfluidic-assisted battery diagnostics, energy storage platforms, and microfluidic systems for fuel cell research and electrochemical analysis.

Candidates with backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields are encouraged to apply. The group values individuals passionate about research, innovation, and solving real-world scientific and engineering challenges. The official MAHE PhD application portal will open soon for the upcoming admission cycle, and interested candidates should apply through the portal. For further discussion about research areas or suitability, candidates may contact Dr. Sumit Kumar via email at [email protected].

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in microfluidics, biomedical applications, energy storage, and interdisciplinary engineering research. The position is based at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Bengaluru, India. Funding details are not specified in the announcement. Applicants should monitor the MAHE PhD portal for updates and reach out to Dr. Kumar for any queries regarding research fit or application procedures.