PhD Research Studentships
PhD scholarship for an “Electrically Responsive Smart Material for Biomedical Soft Robotics
| Supervisor: | Majid TAGHAVI |
| Apply by: | 5 August 2025 |
| Start in: | September (Semester 1) |
Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated candidate to undertake pioneering research on an electrically activated soft smart material for biomedical engineering applications. This is an ideal opportunity for those who want to leverage their materials or chemistry background in the fields of electromechanics and bioengineering and see its impact on improving quality of life. You will join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team within the School of Materials and Engineering Science at Queen Mary University of London, focusing on “Soft Robotic Transducers”, led by Dr Majid Taghavi, and will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities in the Advanced Robotics Centre.
Project Specifics
Your work will involve developing and characterising a range of smart polymeric materials, including hydrogels, and integrating them in a soft robotic system to achieve the desired electromechanical properties for specific biomedical needs. We seek candidates with a strong passion for interdisciplinary research, with a background in materials, chemistry, or any related discipline, and a solid understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering perspectives. You should be capable of working independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team. Producing high-standard research, presenting your findings at leading scientific conferences, and publishing in high-impact journals are expected.
Lab and Location
School of Materials and Engineering Science, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
Application Deadline
Applications are accepted until August 5th, 2025.
Funding
Funded by: Queen Mary ResearchUK students only.
Funding Notes
£21,237 per annum + home student tuition fees
Eligibility
- The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) or MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline.
- If English is not your first language, you will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of minimum score of 6.0 in each of Writing, Listening, Reading and Speaking).
- Candidates are expected to start in September (Semester 1).
Contact
For informal enquiries about this opportunity, please contact Majid TAGHAVI.
Apply
Start an application for this studentship and for entry onto the PhD Medical Engineering full-time programme (Semester 1 / September start):
Please be sure to quote the reference "SEMS-PHD-671" to associate your application with this studentship opportunity.
| Related website: | https://www.sems.qmul.ac.uk/staff/m.taghavi/research |
| Keywords: | Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Materials Science - Other |