About this role
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked as one of the world's leading institutions of higher education. It has approximately 47,000 students and more than 8,800 employees in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our pursuit to understand, explain, and improve our world and the conditions of humanity.
Lund University welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Gender equality, equal opportunities, and diversity are fundamental principles in all aspects of our operations.
**Description of the Workplace**
The doctoral project will be conducted in the field of Experimental Medical Diagnostics at the Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Lund.
The research group is interdisciplinary and led by Professor Malin Malmsjö together with Associate Professor Aboma Merdasa. The group consists of clinicians, physicists, and engineers who collaboratively develop and apply optical and acoustic imaging techniques for medical diagnostics. We strive to conduct research at a high international level and offer a work environment characterized by respect, curiosity, and collaboration.
The research group is a central part of the infrastructure [https://www.photoacoustics.lu.se/](https://www.photoacoustics.lu.se/) and is located at the Eye Clinic, Skåne University Hospital in Lund.
**Description of the Doctoral Project**
The doctoral project “Monitoring Anterior Segment Perfusion and Oxygenation During Strabismus Surgery” aims to develop and evaluate new non-invasive imaging methods to monitor blood flow and oxygenation in the anterior segment of the eye during strabismus surgery. The project will utilize and combine techniques such as Laser Speckle Contrast Imaging (LSCI), Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), and Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) to create a more detailed understanding of perfusion and oxygenation in the eye's tissues.
The Department of Clinical Sciences Lund is now announcing a PhD position and employment within the doctoral subject Medical Science – Ophthalmology for the doctoral project titled “Monitoring Anterior Segment Perfusion and Oxygenation During Strabismus Surgery.”
The primary task of the doctoral candidate is to conduct an independent research project under supervision. The goal is to improve surgical safety and reduce the risk of anterior segment ischemia through objective measurement of blood supply. The project consists of several sub-studies that compare and combine these techniques, both in healthy subjects and in patients undergoing strabismus surgery, evisceration, and enucleation.
The employment is full-time for 48 months. The proposed start date is January 1, 2026, or as agreed.
**We Offer**
Lund University is a government authority, which means you will receive special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexible working hours agreement that creates good conditions for a balance between work and leisure. Read more on the university's website about being employed at Lund University [https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss](https://www.lu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss).
**Duties and Responsibilities**
The doctoral candidate will:
- Plan and conduct imaging studies on patients and healthy subjects
- Analyze images and data with a focus on perfusion and oxygenation
- Conduct comparative studies between LSCI, OCT, and HSI
- Write manuscripts, present results at conferences, and publish scientifically
- Participate in doctoral courses and seminars
**Qualifications**
The following qualifications are required for the position:
- Medical degree with completed preclinical part (at least 240 credits, of which 60 credits at advanced level)
- Documented experience in research within medical imaging
- Experience in image analysis, data processing, and statistical analysis
- Ability to express oneself well in spoken and written English
- Good collaborative skills and ability to work in a clinical environment
Meritorious qualifications include:
- Experience with optical methods (HSI, LSCI, OCT)
- Experience working with patients or in a clinical research environment
- Previous authorship or contribution to scientific works
**Eligibility**
Basic eligibility for doctoral education is granted to those who have: completed a degree at the advanced level, fulfilled course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits at the advanced level, or in some other way acquired substantially equivalent knowledge within or outside the country.
**Assessment Criteria**
Regulations for employment as a doctoral candidate can be found in the ordinance SFS 1998:80. Only those who are admitted to doctoral education may be appointed. In the appointment process, emphasis will primarily be placed on the ability to benefit from the doctoral education. In addition to the obligation to devote oneself to their own doctoral education, the holder may be required to perform duties related to education, research, and administrative work according to specific regulations in the ordinance.
**Conditions**
Fixed-term employment for four years according to