Niclas Roxhed

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is advertising a PhD position in biomedical micro- and nanosystems within the research subject Micro and Nanosystems . The project is based at KTH’s Division of Micro and Nanosystems in Stockholm, Sweden, and is focused on cutting-edge research in medical MEMS (micro-electromechanical systems). The doctoral project aims to develop the next generation of minimally invasive sampling systems for neurobiomarkers . The work includes building the technical platform and evaluating it in relevant in vitro and in vivo models. Research challenges span biomechanics , miniaturization , and microfabrication , and the project is described as application-oriented with a focus on real-world medical problems. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research group and work in an innovative environment in collaboration with medical experts at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab . The project combines both theoretical and experimental work and involves collaboration across scientific disciplines. Supervisor: Professor Niclas Roxhed is proposed as supervisor, with the final decision made at admission. Eligibility: Applicants must meet the general doctoral admission requirements in Sweden, including an advanced degree or equivalent credits. In addition, the call specifies a master’s degree or civil engineering degree from a recognized university in mechanics or equivalent, plus English proficiency corresponding to English B/6 . Strong academic merits, analytical ability, problem-solving skills, and a clear aptitude for experimental work are emphasized. Experience in fine mechanics is considered a merit. Funding and employment: The position is a full-time doctoral employment at KTH for up to four years, with salary according to KTH’s doctoral salary agreement. It is not presented as a scholarship but as an employed doctoral position. Application deadline: The application must be submitted through KTH’s recruitment system by 2026-09-30 at midnight CET/CEST.

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is advertising a doctoral student position in Biomedical microsystems within the Micro and Nanosystems Lab . The project sits in the third-cycle subject Micro and Nano Systems and focuses on cutting-edge research in biomedical MEMS . The doctoral student will join an interdisciplinary research team and work on developing next-generation minimally invasive sampling technologies for neuro biomarkers . The research is highly application-oriented and involves building the technical platform as well as evaluating it in relevant in vitro and in vivo models. Key scientific and engineering challenges include miniaturization , biomechanics , and microfabrication . The project is carried out in a highly innovative environment with collaboration from clinical experts at Karolinska Institutet and SciLifeLab , making it attractive for candidates interested in translational microsystems, medical device development, and interdisciplinary biomedical engineering. Supervision: Prof. Niclas Roxhed is proposed to supervise the doctoral student. Eligibility highlights: Applicants must meet KTH’s postgraduate admission requirements, including a second-cycle degree (such as a master’s degree) or equivalent academic credits/knowledge. A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar area from a major university is required, together with English proficiency equivalent to English B/6 . The selection process emphasizes independent work, teamwork, professional conduct, ability to analyze complex issues, excellent English for international publishing, an outstanding academic record, and strong experimental skills; experience with fine mechanics is advantageous. Funding and employment: The position is a full-time temporary doctoral appointment. Salary is according to KTH’s doctoral student salary agreement, and the role includes employee benefits. The expected doctoral duration is up to four years for a PhD track. Application window: Published on 2026-09-03 with a closing date of 2026-09-30 at 23:59 (Europe/Stockholm). Applications must be submitted through KTH’s recruitment system and be complete according to the advert instructions.