Doctoral student in molecular imaging KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden

The Medical Imaging Physics group at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is offering a PhD position in molecular imaging, focusing on the development of advanced hardware and software for medical imaging. The group is internationally recognized for its scientific excellence and societal impact, with innovations installed in clinics across more than 30 countries and used in over 10 million patient examinations. The research project centers on creating new algorithms and computational models to significantly improve the diagnostic quality of molecular imaging, with direct implications for early detection and treatment of diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular conditions.

As a doctoral student, you will engage in advanced image and signal processing, statistical modelling, and machine learning, working with large and complex datasets to meet clinical requirements for accuracy, robustness, and computational efficiency. The project is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in mathematics, deep learning, and programming, offering the opportunity to translate theoretical knowledge into practical solutions that benefit patients and healthcare systems.

Supervision will be provided by Assistant Professor Mats Persson. The position is full-time, with employment for up to four years and a monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement. The workplace offers attractive benefits and a creative, dynamic environment, emphasizing equality, diversity, and equal opportunities.

Eligibility requires a second cycle degree (such as a master's) or equivalent, with at least 60 second-cycle higher education credits in physics or a directly relevant subject. English proficiency equivalent to English B/6 is mandatory. Selection criteria include independence, collaboration, professionalism, and analytical skills, with additional merit for excellence in mathematics, deep learning, and numerical programming. Applications must include diplomas, grades, certificates of language requirements, certified translations if necessary, CV, application letter, and representative publications or technical reports.

Apply through KTH's recruitment system by April 23, 2026, ensuring your application is complete and submitted by the deadline. For more information about doctoral studies at KTH and the Medical Imaging Physics group, visit the university website. Join KTH to contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in medical imaging, and help shape the future of healthcare.