Summary
Lund University invites applications for a fully funded doctoral student position in Biomedical Engineering, specializing in engineering acoustics. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research project investigating the physical mechanisms underlying dolphin echolocation, utilizing computational models in acoustics and structural mechanics.
Designation
Doctoral Student (Ph.D. Position)
Scholarship/Position Overview Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Lund University (Faculty of Engineering, LTH) |
| Department | Department of Biomedical Engineering |
| Location | Lund, Sweden |
| Duration | 4 years (full-time studies) |
| Starting Date | As soon as possible |
| Interviews | Autumn semester of 2026 |
Research Area
Engineering acoustics, medical ultrasound, acoustic measurement technology, bioacoustics, computational physics, and biomedical engineering.
Location
Lund, Sweden
Eligibility / Qualifications
To be eligible for admission and employment as a doctoral student, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- General Admission Requirements: Awarded a second-cycle qualification, satisfied requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits (with at least 60 credits at the second cycle), or acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in Sweden or abroad.
- Specific Admission Requirements: At least 45 credits at the second-cycle level relevant to Biomedical Engineering.
- Additional Requirements: Relevant knowledge and skills in engineering or theoretical physics, wave propagation, engineering acoustics, programming, modelling, bioacoustics, computational methods, electronics, applied mathematics, zoology, or materials physics. Very good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills in English (written and oral).
- Merits (Advantages): Master’s degree in engineering physics, theoretical physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mathematics, computer engineering, engineering acoustics, or similar; knowledge of numerical computational methods, FEM-based modelling, marine mammals/toothed-whale echolocation, practical measurement systems, and advanced programming or machine learning.
Scholarship Description & Work Duties
As a doctoral student, you will be both admitted as a student and employed at Lund University. Your time will primarily be devoted to doctoral studies, which include participating in research projects, doctoral-level courses, seminars, and conferences.
Key responsibilities include:
- Researching acoustic properties of relevant tissues and anatomical structures.
- Developing computer-based 3D finite element models (FEM) of acoustic wave propagation.
- Collecting and analyzing acoustic, mechanical, and anatomical data from toothed whales.
- Developing and using computational and analysis code in MATLAB, COMSOL, or equivalent environments.
- Collaborating with researchers across physics, marine mammal research, and computational sciences.
- Communicating research results at scientific conferences and via publications.
Duties may also include up to 20% teaching and departmental work.
How to Apply
Applications must be written in English and submitted via the online application portal. Required documents include:
- CV and a cover letter stating your reasons for applying and how your background aligns with the project.
- Copies of issued study certificates and/or awarded degree certificates verifying general and specific admission requirements.
- Any other supporting documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for references, recommendation letters, etc.).
For more details on the program, visit the LTH PhD Studies page.
Last Date for Apply
Please check the official application link for current deadline details.
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