PhD Position in Biomedical/Mechanical Engineering at Dublin City University (CSC Programme)

Dublin City University (DCU) is offering a 4-year, fully funded PhD position through the DCU–China Scholarship Council (CSC) Programme for 2026. This opportunity is targeted at strong and motivated Chinese candidates interested in pursuing advanced research in Biomedical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. The research areas include biomechanics, medical devices, mechanics of materials, and computational modelling. Candidates with experience or a strong interest in polymer fabrication, additive manufacturing, sensors, or related technologies are especially encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants must be Chinese citizens and can be final-year undergraduate students, final-year Master’s students, recent Master’s graduates, or first-year PhD students. The position is supervised by Assistant Professor Majid Akbarzadeh Khorshidi at Dublin City University, Ireland. The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition and providing a stipend for living expenses for the duration of the program. To apply, interested candidates should email their CV and a brief description of their research interests to [email protected]. For more information about the scholarship and eligibility, applicants can also contact the supervisor via LinkedIn. This is an excellent opportunity for Chinese students to engage in cutting-edge research in biomedical and mechanical engineering at a leading Irish university.