Overview

Research topic description:

The objective of the research: To develop a new method of electrochemical/electrical impedance measurement and to apply it to a scanning impedance microscope.

A scanning electrochemical impedance microscope is used to study the local electrochemical and electrical properties of various surfaces (from semiconductors to biological objects) by measuring the electrochemical impedance. Such a microscope consists of two main parts: a mechanical part that positions the microelectrode and an electrochemical complete resistance measurement equipment. This equipment is usually a potentiostat that applies an alternating voltage and measures the current and phase shift. In fast-changing systems, this method of measurement is too slow, because the most important information is obtained at low frequencies, the measurement time of which is quite long and lasts up to 30 min. In this case, it is appropriate to use the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) method for signal spectrum processing. With currently available equipment, it is possible to obtain a response in the same frequency range in a few seconds using the FFT method. However, the problem with this device is that it generates excessive noises that drown out the response of sensitive (eg biological) systems.

The selected candidate will work on the PhD thesis under the supervision of assoc. prof. dr. Dainius Udris The successful applicant will have to attend scientific conferences, meetings and internships at other universities.

Requirements:

• Required background: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Expected skills and knowledge: mathematical modelling and analysis, programming

It is a prerequisite for being present at and accessible to the institution daily.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The position may not be opened if no qualified candidate is found. Additional information regarding the post may be obtained from assoc. prof. dr. Dainius Udris, e-mail: dainius.udris@vilniustech.lt

Programme Structure

· Independent research under supervision;

· Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits);

· Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions;

· Teaching or another form of knowledge dissemination, which is related to the PhD topic when possible;

· The completion of a PhD thesis.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- 20 hrs/week

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 ECTS

Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits)

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vilnius, Lithuania

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering General Engineering & Technology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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70

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.
You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.
At least 2 reference(s) must be provided.
Certified copies of the Master’s degree diploma and its supplement with grades or higher education equivalent to it;
Curriculum Vitae (CV);
List of scientific publications and their copies or research proposal (if scientific publications are not included);
Copy of a personal data page of a passport or a copy of a personal ID;
Other documents that an applicant wants to submit.
FCE (First Certificate in English): A
CAE (Certificate in Advanced English): C
CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English): C
B2 Certificate in English

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Tuition Fees

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12449 EUR / year

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Living costs

Vilnius

Lithuania

490 - 856 EUR / month

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