PhD position on lower limb prosthetics at University of Southampton, U.K.

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We look for a suitable PhD candidate to work in the area of lower limb prosthetics at the University of Southampton, starting September/October 2016. Quality of prosthetic socket fit is of highest important for lower limb amputees because the residual limb is subject to intensive and prolonged mechanical load during walking and daily activities. An ill-fitted socket could not only affect the usage and overall outcome of the prosthesis but also affect tissue health of the stump. This could be particularly prominent for amputees who often suffer from comorbidities including diabetes, peripheral vascular disease and peripheral neuropathy etc. Thus, their stump health is often vulnerable.This multidisciplinary project aims to address various challenges faced at the critical interface between residuum limb and prosthetic socket.Suitable candidates should have background/ knowledge/interest in one of the following areas including solid mechanics, mechatronics, control, computational design and modelling, programming, or embedded systems, sensors, biomechanics etc.  No previous experience in lower limb prosthetics (or other biomedical areas) is required albeit interest in this area is desirable. You will generally need a 2:1 or first-class degree or equivalent in a related discipline to be eligible to apply. To express interest and/or for further information, please provide your CV and contact Prof. Liudi Jiang  (L.Jiang@soton.ac.uk), Tel: +44 (0)23 80598748.