Doctoral Student in Electrical Engineering – Neuroprosthetics and Neuromorphic Brain–Computer Interfaces Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden

Chalmers University of Technology invites applications for a fully funded doctoral student position in Electrical Engineering, focusing on neuroprosthetics and neuromorphic brain–computer interfaces. The research group, led by Assistant Professor Giacomo Valle, is part of the Division of Biomedical Signals and Systems within the Department of Electrical Engineering. The team is interdisciplinary and international, working at the intersection of neuroscience, engineering, and clinical translation, with a strong emphasis on neural interfaces, sensory restoration, and bio-inspired computation. The group collaborates closely with clinical and industrial partners to advance the field.

The research project aims to develop next-generation neuroprosthetic systems by combining invasive neural recording and stimulation in humans with neuromorphic processing for brain–computer interfaces. The work involves designing closed-loop systems to restore sensory and motor function, integrating real-time neural decoding with low-power, bio-inspired hardware, and validating these approaches in clinical settings. The project offers opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research, design and implement neural recording and stimulation experiments in humans, and develop real-time signal processing and closed-loop control algorithms.

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (120 credits) or a Master’s degree (60 credits) in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, or equivalent. For students educated outside Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required, along with experience in neural signal processing, electrophysiology, or brain–computer interfaces, and programming skills (Python, MATLAB, or similar). Personal competencies such as collaboration, curiosity, and independence in an interdisciplinary environment are essential. Experience with human neural recordings or stimulation, neuromorphic engineering or embedded systems, and machine learning for neural data will strengthen your application.

The position is fully funded from the start, with a fixed-term appointment of four years and the possibility to extend up to five years if teaching duties (up to 20% of working hours) are included. The starting salary is 34,550 SEK per month (valid from May 25, 2025), and doctoral students are considered employees with full benefits. Physical presence in Sweden is required throughout the study period, and a valid residence permit must be presented by the start date.

Chalmers offers a dynamic and inspiring working environment in Gothenburg, with generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, and healthcare. The university is committed to gender balance, equality, and inclusion, and offers Swedish language courses for non-native speakers. The GENIE Initiative supports gender equality and excellence. Chalmers fosters an innovative spirit and scientific excellence, promoting knowledge and technical solutions for a sustainable world.

To apply, submit your application in English as PDF files via the online application form. Include your CV, personal letter, motivation, and thesis with transcripts. Incomplete applications and those sent by email will not be considered. References will be requested after the interview. The application deadline is May 15, 2026. For questions, contact Assistant Professor Giacomo Valle at [email protected].

Chalmers University of Technology was founded in 1829 and continues to advance knowledge and innovation in engineering and science. Join us to shape the future of neuroprosthetics and brain–computer interfaces!