About the project
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us and study for your PhD where you will develop a novel textile-based wearable sensing system combining multiple sensor inputs. We are seeking 1 outstanding Doctoral Researcher (DR) candidate for a fully-funded studentship.
The studentship is offered as part of the H2024 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network funded by the Europen Commission “Holistic integration of eco-Friendly dEsign tools and mateRials, fabrication techNologies for the responsible co-creation of future Sustainable integrated electronic systems” ‘FERNS’.
The network brings together 20 universities, research institutes and industrial partners from eight countries. Our aim is to train the next generation of researchers in the implementation of eco-design approaches for the realisation of sustainable electronics.
You will be based in the Centre for Flexible Electronics and E-Textiles (C-FLEET) and will research the combination of replaceable enzymatic electrochemical lactate sensors alongside heart rate (electrocardiogram (ECG)) electrodes and capaciflector breathing rate sensors. The systems will be combined with systems electronics and fabricated using sustainable, biocompatible and biodegradable materials where possible. The system will be implemented in a smart chest band and will be designed to facilitate end-of-life processing and separation of waste streams.
Your responsibilities include:
- define the research questions and plan, reviewing literature and conducting independent research
- collaborate with other colleagues across C-FLEET, and with FERNS partners to develop novel integrated sensing platforms with low environmental footprints. The project will entail one or two extended periods (1 month minimum) of study at our partners laboratories.
- engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities
- report progress and disseminating results in high-impact journals, conferences and other venues.
FERNS is about young researchers training as much as technological innovations. DRs in the network will gain transversal skills in:
- communication
- data management
- project organisation
- collaboration and teamwork
- entrepreneurship and innovation
- research and ethics
- intersectoral exposure to understand real-world challenges.
The School of Electronics and Computer Science is committed to promoting equality, diversity inclusivity as demonstrated by our Athena SWAN award. We welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or age, and will give full consideration to applicants seeking flexible working patterns and those who have taken a career break. The University has a generous maternity policy, onsite childcare facilities, and offers a range of benefits to help ensure employees’ well-being and work-life balance. The University of Southampton is committed to sustainability and has been awarded the Platinum EcoAward.
