Chalmers University of Technology
Research & Academia
Doctoral Student in Computational Biomechanics
A full-time research & academia role at Chalmers University of Technology, based in Gothenburg, Sweden.
Closing in 2 days.
Apply on the official site before 20 Jun 2026.
About the role
The Division of Vehicle Safety in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology is recruiting a doctoral student in computational biomechanics. The research develops population-aware computational human body models that account for variability in age, sex, morphology, and tissue properties, with applications in designing more protective safety equipment and vehicle structures.
The position is a four-year employment contract at SEK 34,550 per month, extendable to five years with up to 20% teaching. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis from 27 May 2026.
Responsibilities
- Build finite element human body models that incorporate probabilistic distributions of morphological and tissue property variables.
- Develop workflows linking population-level data to model parameters, capturing age- and sex-related biomechanical differences.
- Work with industry partners on protective equipment design and validation.
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed biomechanics and engineering journals and present at international conferences.
- Contribute to undergraduate teaching for up to 20% of working hours.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience with finite element analysis (LS-DYNA, Abaqus, or similar solver).
- Background in probability and statistics.
- Proficiency in Python.
- Strong written and spoken English.
Nice to have
- Prior work with human body finite element models in crash or biomechanics applications.
- Experience using probabilistic or machine learning methods for model personalisation.
- Knowledge of digital twin methodologies.
How to apply
Submit all materials as PDF files (maximum 40 MB each) via the online form at the apply URL above. Include:
- CV and personal letter.
- Master’s thesis and academic transcripts.
Deadline: 20 June 2026. Applications are reviewed as they arrive. Contact the Division of Vehicle Safety at Chalmers for scientific questions.
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