Seraina Anne Dual

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The Intelligent Heart Technology Lab (I-HeaL) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, is inviting applications for a fully-funded PhD position in Soft Robotic Medical Devices for Vascular Applications. The research is situated within the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems and focuses on the design and development of implantable and wearable systems, including artificial hearts, blood pressure sensors, and soft robots for cardiovascular health. The project emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with the Karolinska Institute and Hospital, and aims to advance technologies that adapt to physiological and mental needs. The doctoral student will lead research on designing interfaces between active soft devices and dynamic vasculature, utilizing methods from soft robotics, biomechanics, vascular biology, and device manufacturing. Validation of these technologies will occur in translational preclinical models. The lab encourages applicants with backgrounds in biomedical, mechanical, or robotics engineering, and with research interests in biomechanics, micro and nano systems, and physiology. Supervision will be provided by Assistant Professor Seraina Anne Dual and Associate Professor Ljubica Matic. The position is fully funded, offering a monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement, and includes employee benefits. The employment is full-time and temporary, initially for one year and renewable up to four years for completion of the doctoral degree. Eligibility requirements include a second cycle degree (master's or equivalent), or at least 240 higher education credits (with at least 60 at the second-cycle level), and English proficiency equivalent to English B/6. Selection criteria focus on academic background, research interests, goal orientation, perseverance, independence, collaboration skills, professional approach, analytical ability, and capacity to integrate into an interdisciplinary environment. Applicants must submit a complete application through KTH's recruitment system, including a CV, application letter, diplomas, grades, language certificates, and relevant publications or reports. The deadline for applications is January 7, 2026. For further information or questions, candidates may contact Assistant Professor Seraina Anne Dual at [email protected]. Keywords: Soft Robotics, Medical Devices, Vascular Applications, Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Micro and Nano Systems, Physiology, Robotics Engineering, Device Manufacturing, Translational Preclinical Models.

This PhD position at KTH Royal Institute of Technology invites applications for a doctoral student in Implantable Sensor Systems for Cardiovascular Applications, based in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Health Systems. The project is part of the Intelligent Heart Technology Lab, which focuses on advancing cardiovascular health technologies through the development of implantable and wearable systems such as artificial hearts, blood pressure sensors, and soft robots for the heart. The research aims to design durable sensor systems that leverage physiological principles, utilizing methods from embedded systems, device manufacturing, and cardiovascular physiology. The doctoral student will validate these technologies in hybrid test rigs and translational preclinical models, working closely with clinicians from the Karolinska Institute to foster interdisciplinary innovation. Supervision will be provided by Assistant Professor Seraina Anne Dual. The position offers full-time employment for up to four years, with a monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement and access to employee benefits. The research environment is creative and dynamic, with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration. Equality, diversity, and equal opportunities are core values at KTH. Applicants must have a master's degree or equivalent, or have completed at least 240 higher education credits (including 60 second-cycle credits), and demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to English B/6. Candidates should have backgrounds in biomedical, electrical, mechanical, or robotics engineering, and research interests in signal processing, system modeling, micro and nano systems, and physiology. Selection criteria include independence, collaboration, professional approach, analytical skills, and ability to integrate into an interdisciplinary environment. Personal skills are highly valued. Applications must be submitted via KTH's recruitment system by 2026-04-30. Required documents include certified copies of diplomas and grades, proof of language proficiency, CV, application letter outlining academic interests and motivation, and representative publications or technical reports. The position is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in cardiovascular sensor systems within a leading international technical university.