The research group of Magnetic in Detection & Imaging (MD&I), University of Twente is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic assistant professor with relevant post-doctoral experience to develop a coherent research line with a strong focus on interventional MRI.
The TechMed Centre houses several clinical environments for research, development, and education that are flexibly extendable with additional clinical equipment, simulators, and phantoms. It is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, ranging from research labs, preclinical testbeds, and simulated hospital environments. TechMed is particularly active in the area of imaging and diagnostics, robotics, medical physiology, innovative bioengineering technologies (such as 3D bioprinting techniques and bioartificial pancreas devices), and the assessment of the effectiveness of personalized health technologies.
Facilities
- Operating theatres compliant with radiation safety regulations.
- Imaging labs equipped with clinical imaging devices including two MRI systems: 0.25T (for imaging in vertical in supine position), and 1.5T clinical MRI.
- Recognized central data storage under relevant ISO and NEN certification.
- 3D print lab facilities including several 3D printers.
Vacancies
- The successful candidate will publish in international refereed journals,
- Present at conferences,
- Apply for external funding and engage in international and interdisciplinary collaboration and in outreach activities at the University of Twente.
- He/she will be teaching courses on MRI in the program of biomedical engineering and technical medicine at both bachelor and master level, and
- Will be involved in the supervision of students during their graduation projects.
Salary
- A starting salary from € 3.746 (scale 11) to € 5.826 (scale 12) gross per month, based on relevant work experience.
- A holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%;
- A minimum of 29 leave days in case of full-time employment;
- Professional and personal development programs;
- A solid pension scheme.
Job Requirements
The candidate should meet the following requirements:
- Ph.D. in physics, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Demonstrated record of innovation in MR physics research, e.g. development of new pulse sequences, reconstruction methods, or other applications of MR imaging techniques.
- Strong English language oral and written communication skills
- Programming experience in C and/or C++ and/or Python and/or Matlab
- Excellent teaching and communication skills, and the willingness to complete the University Teaching Qualification.
- Professional experience in MR imaging research.
Application Process
Interested applicants should send the following documents
- Curriculum Vitae.
- A cover letter and a complete list of publications.
- A research and teaching statement.
- Two references.
Application Deadline: Until full
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