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Amal Hajjaj

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Research Associate in Dual Mode MEMS Sensing for Propulsion Applications Loughborough University in United Kingdom

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PhD

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Mechanical Engineering

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Available

Deadline

Sep 20, 2026

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Loughborough University

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Keywords

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Propulsion Systems
Nonlinear Dynamics
Energy Harvesting
Motion Tracking
Wireless Sensing
Mechatronics
Physics

About this position

[£44,296 per annum. Three-year fee-free PhD funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie DIAMOND network.]

Applications are invited for a funded doctoral position at Loughborough University as part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Learning Network DIAMOND (Decentralized critical Infrastructure Asset Monitoring and coNDition assessment), a European doctoral programme bringing together 16 PhD students across several countries.

This project focuses on Dual Mode MEMS Sensing for Propulsion Applications, with research centred on designing, fabricating, and validating a novel MEMS sensor for measuring dynamic torque and motion in automotive powertrains. The work combines nonlinear dynamics, sensor modelling, MEMS device development, circuit integration, and laboratory validation on a powertrain rig. A further objective is to package the sensor for autonomous, self-powered sensing, including power management, energy storage, data collection/storage, and wireless transmission, potentially using rotational vibration energy harvesting or another power source.

The position is set within an interdisciplinary environment spanning mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, automotive engineering, and physics. The successful candidate will work with leading academic and industry experts and contribute to research at the interface of micro-sensors, propulsion systems, and condition monitoring.

This is a three-year, fee-free PhD opportunity with funding information listed as £44,296 per annum (Grade 6, subject to annual pay award). Applicants must satisfy MSCA eligibility rules: they must not already hold a PhD and must not have resided in the UK for more than 12 months in the three years immediately prior to appointment. English proficiency is required to meet both MSCA and Loughborough University standards.

Preferred background includes electro-mechanical skills and strong computing skills, along with excellent communication, collaboration, and the ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary and inclusive research setting. Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Amal Hajjaj and Prof. Stephanos Theodossiades.

Applications close on 20 September 2026, with interviews scheduled for 23/24 September 2026. Interested candidates should apply via the Loughborough University vacancies page and consult the job description and person specification for full details.

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What's required

Applicants must meet MSCA Early Stage Researcher eligibility: they must not already hold a PhD and must not have resided in the UK for more than 12 months in the three years immediately before appointment. A strong background is desired in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, automotive engineering, or physics. Preferred skills include electro-mechanical skills, excellent broader computing skills, the ability to work in an interdisciplinary, collaborative and inclusive environment, and strong communication and collaboration skills with fluency in English. Candidates must also evidence English proficiency to meet Loughborough University requirements.

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