NTNU Vocal Biomarkers Scholarship 2026

The NTNU Vocal Biomarkers Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded 3-year PhD position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim. The research focuses on voice acoustics, signal processing and digital modelling to detect early signs of disease. The position is a full-time salaried research employment with employee rights under Norwegian labour law and includes pension benefits and a dedicated research budget.

Annual gross salary (NOK 550,800), pension benefits, dedicated research budget, professional mentorship and career guidance.

Applicants must hold or complete a 5-year Master degree (120 ECTS credits) before starting; degree fields include Acoustics, Signal Processing, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science. Candidates must have at least a B average (NTNU scale), strong math and coding skills (Python or MATLAB) and fluent oral and written English.

Prepare transcripts, Bachelor and Master diplomas, Master thesis draft, a 400-word motivation letter and two academic references; submit the complete application via the NTNU recruitment portal.