Marie Skłodowska-Curie PhD Scholarships: The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA) Doctoral Networks offers three PhD scholarships focused on innovative ingestible devices for gastrointestinal therapeutics, diagnosis, or intervention, as part of the Intelli-Ingest project coordinated by the Biorobotics Institute of Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna. These scholarships are available at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Health Tech and will support the development of minimally invasive drug delivery systems.
Marie Skłodowska-Curie PhD Scholarships in Intelligent Ingestible Devices
Designation
PhD Students (3 positions)
| Project | Focus |
|---|---|
| Project #1 | Fabrication and formulation of micromotors, nanoparticles, and/or needles for targeted drug release. |
| Project #2 | Development of mucoadhesive patches for enhanced retention and drug release in the intestine. |
| Project #3 | Design and fabrication of hydrogel-based kirigami/origami devices. |
Research Area
- Drug Delivery and Sensing
- Micro/Nanotechnology
- Biomedical Devices
Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark (Technical University of Denmark – DTU Health Tech)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must not hold a PhD at the time of application.
- A two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent.
- Must fulfill the transnational mobility rule (have not resided in Denmark for more than 12 months in the last 36 months prior to recruitment).
- Must be in the first four years of research career (excluding career breaks).
- Good communication skills and proficiency in English.
Description
The successful candidates will be part of a cross-disciplinary team focused on the development of ingestible devices designed to enhance drug delivery in the gastrointestinal tract. The program emphasizes advanced research methodologies and collaboration with academic and industry partners. Each scholarship will involve individual research projects that contribute to the overall objectives of the Intelli-Ingest network, focusing on cutting-edge technologies in healthcare.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit a complete online application by including the following documents in one PDF file:
- A motivating cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic transcripts and diplomas (in English)
Indicate the project title you are applying for in the application. Applications should be submitted through the DTU Careers website by clicking the “Apply now” link.
Last Date for Application
March 15, 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
For further queries, candidates can contact Dr. Mahdi Ghavami at mahgh@dtu.dk or Prof. Anja Boisen at aboi@dtu.dk.
