Summary
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD position focused on developing novel computational growth and remodeling (G&R) frameworks for cartilage tissue engineering. The researcher will adopt and extend in-house finite element models to investigate how cartilage microtissue dynamics and matrix architecture respond to mechanical microenvironments, bridging theoretical modeling with experimental research.
Designation
- Position: PhD Candidate (Scientific Staff)
- Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 4-year contract)
Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Host Institution | Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) |
| Department | Department of Biomedical Engineering |
| Research Groups | Orthopaedic Biomechanics (OPB) & Modeling in Mechanobiology (MMB) |
| Monthly Salary | €3,204 – €4,051 gross per month (Collective Labour Agreement scale P) |
| Benefits | 8.3% year-end bonus, 8% vacation pay, expat tax scheme support |
| Reference Code | 2026/439 |
| Application Deadline | September 16, 2026 |
Research Area
- Primary Fields: Biomedical Engineering, Biomechanics, Mechanobiology, Computational Biology, Tissue Engineering, Applied Mechanics.
Location
- City/Country: Eindhoven, Netherlands (Brainport Eindhoven region)
Eligibility / Qualifications
- Education: An MSc degree (or equivalent) in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related engineering/scientific field.
- Essential Skills:
- Demonstrated experience with finite element modeling (FEM).
- Strong affinity for complex theoretical concepts in mechanics and applied mathematics.
- Research-oriented attitude, creative mindset, and initiative.
- Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
- Desirable / Bonus Skills:
- Experience with homogenized constrained-mixture models or other tissue growth models.
- Experience with the mechanical characterization of biological materials.
Job Description
- Develop computational growth and remodeling (G&R) frameworks to simulate cartilage microtissue growth, matrix composition, and anisotropic matrix architecture.
- Extend existing in-house homogenized constrained-mixture finite element models to simulate microtissues growing inside engineered confining microenvironments.
- Collaborate closely with experimental researchers to calibrate, validate, and inform in vitro tissue engineering experiments.
- Contribute to departmental teaching tasks and student supervision (10% to 15% FTE).
- Present findings at national and international conferences, publish in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and complete a doctoral dissertation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application online directly through the TU/e Vacancy Page by clicking the “Apply Now” button. (Applications via email or post will not be considered).
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter: Detailing your motivation and qualifications for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae: Including a list of publications (if applicable) and contact details of at least two academic references.
- Academic Transcripts: Transcripts of your MSc course grades.
Last Date to Apply
- Deadline: September 16, 2026 (The position remains open until filled, but early submission is encouraged).
