PhD Student in Medical Engineering

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Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's leading academic institutions. Here approximately 46,000 students and 8,500 employees work in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our mission to understand, explain, and improve our world and people's conditions. Description of the Workplace The PhD project will be carried out at Medical Engineering IKVL, with placement at LTH in the ultrasound group located there. The department's other PhD student and the researcher who will also serve as assistant supervisor are also based there. In our research group, we value a good work environment with respect and care in our relationships with one another. We continuously strive to create conditions for work satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees. The research group is now seeking a full-time PhD student (100%) to start on September 1, 2026 (or by agreement). Description of PhD Project The work will encompass theoretical and experimental modeling of magnetic nanoparticles' response in a magnetic field. Furthermore, mechanisms for potential therapeutic effects of various nanoparticle forms will be studied, for example through lysosomal rupture. To perform the first demonstration of antibody-directed imaging and potential therapy with magnetomotive ultrasound. Verification will be conducted both on phantoms (test objects) and will include cell studies. Tasks and Responsibilities Work tasks will include: Research within the project described above. The research involves design, planning, and conducting studies as well as developing phantom and cell models and performing measurements on these. Participate in supervision of master's theses. The role also includes traveling and presenting research at scientific conferences and visiting collaborators. Other work tasks within the role may be added. What We Offer Lund University is a state authority, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation, and favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexible working hours agreement that creates good conditions for balance between work and leisure. Read more on the university's website about working at Lund University: Jobba hos oss. Qualifications For employment, the following are required: A background in technical physics, biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, medical physics, or equivalent (minimum 240 credits with at least 60 credits at advanced level). Experience with theoretical and experimental modeling as well as signal processing, preferably with applications in biomedical engineering, especially ultrasound technology. Very good ability to express yourself orally and in writing in English. We expect you as a person to be thorough and goal-oriented. Meritorious qualifications include: Knowledge of ultrasound physics, specifically magnetomotive ultrasound. Experience with experimental studies involving antibodies, bacteria, and/or cells. Previous experience giving presentations at conferences. Eligibility Basic eligibility for doctoral level education is held by those who have: completed an advanced level degree, completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 credits are at advanced level, or in some other way, within or outside the country, acquired essentially corresponding knowledge. Evaluation Criteria Regulations for employment as a PhD student are found in Regulation SFS 1998:80. Only those admitted to doctoral level education can be appointed. In the appointment process, primary consideration shall be given to the degree of ability to benefit from doctoral education. In addition to the obligation to engage in their own doctoral education, the appointee may be required to perform work assignments related to education, research, and administrative work according to specific provisions in the regulation. Terms Fixed-term employment for four years according to HF Chapter 5, Section 7. How to Apply The position is filled through the university's recruitment system. The application should include a personal letter describing how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application should also include a CV and degree certificates as well as anything else you wish to provide. At least two references with complete contact information. The Department of Clinical Sciences in Lund (IKVL) is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. The department has broad collaboration, both within the faculty and within other units at the university. IKVL also has well-developed cooperation with Skåne University Hospital (SUS) and Region Skåne as well as the surrounding society and business community. This promotes clinical and experimental translational research, development, and education. The Faculty of Medicine is an area of activity within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, health care, and health. Education takes place in close cooperation with the healthcare system and is well anchored in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a broad field of experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with approximately 1,800 employees and 3,000 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from around the world. 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job

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active

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public

City

Lund

Address

BMC F13

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55.7205201, 13.1642678copyopen in

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[email protected]

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Published

18. 6. 2026

Edited

21. 6. 2026

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