Summary
The Integrated Devices & Systems (IDS) and Engineering Dynamics (ED) groups at the University of Twente are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate. The researcher will focus on experimenting with ultrasound waves inside a tube to determine the properties of liquids, specifically focusing on viscosity. Funded by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO), this project is a collaborative effort involving two technical universities and two flow sensor companies to develop a new commercialized sensor product for industrial applications.
PhD Position in Ultrasound Viscosity Sensing, University of Twente, Netherlands
Position Overview
- Designation: PhD Candidate
- Research Area: Viscosity sensing of liquids using ultrasound waves, flow sensor development, and signal analysis.
- Location: University of Twente (Enschede, Netherlands) with part of the work carried out at the research labs of Bronkhorst High-Tech BV in Ruurlo, Netherlands.
Key Employment Details
| Feature | Details |
| Employment Type | Full-time (40 hours per week) |
| Duration | 4 years (with a qualifier in the first year) |
| Gross Monthly Salary | €3,059 (1st year) to €3,881 (4th year) |
| Annual Leave | 232 standard leave hours + 96 extra leave hours |
| Benefits | 8% holiday allowance, 8.3% end-of-year bonus, solid pension scheme, and free campus sports facilities |
Eligibility & Qualifications
- An MSc degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Materials Science.
- A strong passion for hands-on experimentation.
- Excellent team spirit with the ability to operate effectively in an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented environment.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
Job Description
- Experimentation & Design: Designing and setting up laboratory experiments to analyze ultrasound signals across various sensor configurations.
- Data Analysis: Relating acoustic and ultrasonic signals directly to liquid compositions and properties like viscosity.
- Industrial Collaboration: Working alongside technical universities and industrial partners (including Bronkhorst High-Tech BV) to scale the research into a commercial product.
- Academic Contribution: Participating in departmental teaching activities within your field of expertise (occupying 10%–20% of your time).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online by clicking the “Apply Now” button on the official vacancy portal. Your application packet must include:
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), including a list of all courses attended, grades obtained, and any relevant publications or references.
- A Cover Letter (maximum of 2 pages A4) detailing your specific interest, qualifications, and motivation for this research project.
Contact for Inquiries: For substantive questions regarding the position or application procedure, you can contact Mrs. Marthe Kampman atsecr-ids-eemcs@utwente.nlor Full Professor Jurriaan Schmitz atj.schmitz@utwente.nl.
Last Date to Apply
- Application Deadline: Before August 17, 2026
