PhD in Cross-Disciplinary Digital Twins for Mechanical Design

Laplace Expert Ltd; Vlaams-Brabant; Remote; EUR 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

KU Leuven is recruiting for a PhD in Cross-Disciplinary Digital Twins for Mechanical Design in Leuven. The project centers on digital twins that integrate mechanical performance and economics, with an application date of 2026-10-30.

The research will develop digital‑twin approaches that combine technical system performance with economic considerations in the Mecha(tro)nic System Dynamics division. It is hosted by KU Leuven and structured as a doctoral research position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or equivalent for doctoral roles.
• Doctorate or equivalent research qualification expected for postdoc or faculty roles.

Skills

Independent research

Scientific communication

Research collaboration

Education

Master's degree or equivalent

Doctorate or equivalent research qualification

Job description

PhD in Cross-Disciplinary Digital Twins for Mechanical Design

2026-10-30; source listing in the employer's local timezone.

About This Opportunity

KU Leuven is recruiting for PhD in Cross-Disciplinary Digital Twins for Mechanical Design in Leuven. The work centres on digital twins integrating mechanical performance and economics, with an application date of 2026-10-30.

This opportunity focuses on digital twins integrating mechanical performance and economics. Create digital-twin approaches for mechanical design that combine technical system performance with economic considerations in the Mecha(tro)nic System Dynamics division. It is hosted by KU Leuven in Leuven and is structured as a doctoral research position. Applicants should match the discipline-specific qualifications in the official vacancy and submit through the verified institutional recruitment route.

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Level PhD

Time Commitment Full-time

Field Digital twins integrating mechanical performance and economics

Specialization Mechanical Engineering

Organization Type University

Funding & Compensation

Amount Paid

Funding Type Salary

Funding Status Paid

Requirements

Education

A relevant Master's degree or equivalent is expected for doctoral roles; a doctorate or equivalent research qualification is expected for postdoctoral or faculty roles.

Experience

Technical Skills

General Skills Independent research Scientific communication Research collaboration