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

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PhD

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Biomedical Engineering

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Fully funded 4-year PhD position. The post mentions an international research environment, access to world-class research facilities, conference participation, and advanced doctoral training.

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Expired

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KU Leuven

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Keywords

Biomedical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Biology
Soft Robotics
Robotics
Lab-on-a-chip Technology
Microfluidic
Physics
Finite Element Analysi

About this position

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]).

Funding details

Fully funded 4-year PhD position. The post mentions an international research environment, access to world-class research facilities, conference participation, and advanced doctoral training.

What's required

Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related field. Experience in micromanufacturing or finite element modeling is an advantage. Good English communication skills are required, and applicants must provide an academic CV, research statement, master’s thesis or technical writing sample, transcripts, and an English proficiency certificate.

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Fluid Mechanics

Tissue Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Soft Robotics

Materials Science

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Belgium

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Lab-on-a-chip Technology

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Electrical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Robotics