Fully Funded PhD in Lab-on-Chip Systems for Cell Stimulation KU Leuven in Belgium

Fully funded PhD opportunity at KU Leuven in Lab-on-Chip Systems for Independent Mechanical and Electrical Stimulation of Cells. The project sits at the intersection of Biomedical Engineering, Microfluidics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, and Robotics, with a strong focus on lab-on-chip design, soft robotics, micromanufacturing, cleanroom fabrication, finite element modeling (FEM), and biointerfaces.

The position is advertised as a 4-year fully funded PhD in Belgium, offering an international research environment, access to world-class facilities, conference participation, and advanced doctoral training. The research is especially relevant for candidates interested in cell stimulation, microfabrication, and computational modeling for biomedical applications.

Eligibility highlights: a Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field; experience in micromanufacturing or FEM is an advantage; strong English communication skills are required.

How to apply: submit an academic CV, research statement, master’s thesis or technical writing sample, transcripts, and an English proficiency certificate via the KU Leuven online application portal. Deadline: 20 July 2026. Start date is September 2026 (flexible).

For more information, contact Prof. dr. ir. Benjamin Gorissen ([email protected]) or Prof. dr. Irene Taurino ([email protected]).