PhD Opportunity in Microrobotics and Biomedical Robotics at IIT Patna Indian Institute of Technology Patna in

PhD Opportunity in Microrobotics at the Biorobotics and Artificial Intelligence (BRAIn) Lab, Indian Institute of Technology Patna.

The BRAIn Lab at IIT Patna is inviting Expressions of Interest from motivated candidates for a PhD in Microrobotics. The research program sits at the intersection of robotics, biomedical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, artificial intelligence, microfabrication, and magnetic manipulation, with a strong translational healthcare focus.

Research themes mentioned in the post include next-generation magnetic microrobotic systems for biomedical applications such as targeted drug delivery, mechanobiology, mechanoporation, cancer diagnostics, precision medicine, personalized cancer drug screening, and mechanobiological characterization of patient-derived tissues.

Applicants with an M.Tech./M.E./M.S. background are encouraged to apply. Exceptional candidates with a strong B.Tech. or M.Sc. background and demonstrated research potential may also be considered. Relevant backgrounds include Robotics and Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Computer Science/AI, Applied Physics, and related disciplines.

The post highlights that the work is supported by national research grants and offers opportunities to collaborate with clinicians, researchers, and industry partners, publish in leading journals and conferences, and access advanced experimental facilities and interdisciplinary mentorship. No deadline is stated in the post.

Interested candidates should submit an Expression of Interest through the online form linked in the post.