Doctoral Researcher in Smart Textiles and Wearable Pressure Sensors

This four-year PhD position at Ghent University’s Department of Electronics and Information Systems focuses on advancing smart textiles through wearable pressure sensors. The successful candidate will design and fabricate flexible and printed sensors, integrate them into textiles, and characterize their performance in a laboratory setting. The project bridges electronics and materials science, aiming to revolutionize wearable technology. Applicants should have a strong background in engineering or a related field and an interest in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of electronics and textiles. The position offers a collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship from leading researchers in the field.

• Design and develop flexible and printed pressure sensors for integration into wearable textiles.
• Fabricate and characterize sensors using advanced laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Integrate electronic components into textile substrates to create functional wearable devices.
• Conduct performance testing and optimization of sensors under various conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance the application of smart textiles in real-world scenarios.
• Publish research findings in high-impact academic journals and present results at international conferences.