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Development of Portable Technology to Mitigate Cold Intolerance in Workers

A PhD opportunity to design wearable tech solutions for cold-stress reduction in occupational settings.

Best for:Best for computer science or engineering PhD students with expertise in wearable technology, human-computer interaction, and a focus on occupational health applications.

· France · R1 · First-stage researcher
wearable technologycold intolerance mitigationoccupational healthhuman-computer interactionportable health devicesergonomic solutions
Deadline
Nov 1, 2026
18 days
Funding
Salaried
Other (salary details not specified)
Start date
ASAP
Full-time
Location
France

Overview

This PhD position focuses on developing portable technology to alleviate cold intolerance among workers. Conducted in France, the project aims to create innovative solutions that enhance occupational health and safety in cold environments. The successful candidate will collaborate with a research team to design, prototype, and test wearable devices. The work involves interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computer science, human-computer interaction, and occupational health. Applicants should have a strong background in relevant engineering or computer science disciplines and a passion for applied research.

wearable computingcold stress managementoccupational safetyhuman factors engineeringportable health techergonomicscomputer science PhDinteractive systems

What you'll do

  • Design and develop portable wearable technology to monitor and mitigate cold intolerance in workers.
  • Conduct user studies and field tests to evaluate the effectiveness and usability of the proposed solutions.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate technological innovations with occupational health guidelines.
  • Analyze and interpret data collected from wearable devices to assess their impact on worker performance and comfort.
  • Present research findings at academic conferences and publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Contribute to the development of best practices for wearable technology in occupational health settings.

Requirements

Degree required: Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field

Degree offered: PhD

Language: French proficiency; English proficiency for academic work

Instruction: French

Required skills
  • Proven expertise in wearable technology or human-computer interaction
  • Experience with hardware and software development for portable devices
  • Strong background in data analysis and user-centered design
  • Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards
Nice to have
Experience with sensor-based systems and data collectionKnowledge of ergonomic principles and human factorsFamiliarity with research methodologies in applied health sciences
Eligibility
  • Open to international applicants
  • No specific residency or nationality restrictions mentioned

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
Other (salary details not specified)
Duration
—
Programme
—

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-01

Applicants should follow the application process outlined on the Campus France portal. Submit a detailed CV, a cover letter explaining research interests and qualifications, and any relevant academic transcripts. Additional documents may be required based on the specific guidelines provided by the doctoral school.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • Academic transcripts (BSc and MSc)
  • Research proposal or statement of purpose
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