Engineered Surfaces for Bone-Ready Polymeric Knee Implants

University of Huddersfield; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Huddersfield invites applications for a doctoral researcher to join a prestigious MSCA PhD programme within the Biomedical Engineering group. The project focuses on next-generation orthopaedic implant technologies and polymer biomaterials, including surface engineering and additive manufacturing.

Candidates will work in a multidisciplinary team, applying machine learning and biomaterials knowledge to improve fixation and reduce bacterial colonisation.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication.
• Interest in advanced manufacturing, biomaterials, orthopaedics, or AI.
• Ability to work effectively within an international and multidisciplinary research environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct doctoral research within the MSCA project focused on orthopaedic implants.
• Investigate how engineered surface features influence fixation and infection control.
• Collaborate with international partners and publish findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

English communication

Interest in manufacturing/biomaterials

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The University of Huddersfield invites applications for a doctoral researcher to join a prestigious MSCA PhD programme within the Biomedical Engineering group. The project focuses on next-generation orthopaedic implant technologies and polymer biomaterials, including surface engineering and additive manufacturing.

Candidates will work in a multidisciplinary team, applying machine learning and biomaterials knowledge to improve fixation and reduce bacterial colonisation.