Post-Doctoral Position in Surgical Robotics

Job title:

Post-Doctoral Position in Surgical Robotics

Company:

Universiteit Twente

Job description

Hours40 hr.Salary indicationSalary gross/monthly
based on full-time€ 4,020 – € 5,278Deadline31 Dec 2024Research project descriptionMinimally invasive surgery has revolutionized medicine by enabling interventions without large incisions, thereby significantly improving clinical outcomes. Such surgical techniques include insertions of needles, flexible snake-like continuum robots, and micro- and nano-robots. For effective medical diagnosis and treatment, the device must reach its intended target. In order to increase the targeting accuracy of the procedure and improve clinical outcomes, the goal of this research project is to develop new methods to design, manufacture, and control novel and micro/nano-robotic systems that mimic motion of organisms. Techniques would be developed to track and control the path of the novel devices using images (MR and ultrasound imaging modalities). You will build on the existing expertise in the lab in the micro-robotics and image-guided control of flexible surgical devices.The present project will be conducted within the and the . In addition there are excellent opportunities for close collaboration with the , and several institutions abroad.Your profile

• You have a PhD degree in mechanical, biomedical, or electrical engineering, or applied physics or in a closely related discipline;
• You should possess excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following research areas: robotics, mechatronics, and nano-/micro-fabrication technologies. Experience at the intersection of one or more of these areas is desirable;
• You are proficient in English, both speaking and writing.

Our offer

• A full-time contract for 12 months (with possibility of extension)
• A gross salary between € 4020,- and € 5278,- per month, depending on experience and qualifications;
• An annual holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, and an annual end of year bonus of 8.3%;
• An attractive pension scheme;
• Minimum of 29 leave days in case of full-time employment.
• Professional and personal development programs;
• The University of Twente is situated on a green and lively campus with lots of facilities for sports and other extracurricular activities.

Information and applicationPlease upload your application through the apply button before 31 December 2024.Your application includes the following documents as a single pdf file with:

• CV (including contact information for at least two academic references)
• Title and abstract of your PhD dissertation, and two of your most relevant papers.

You are welcome to contact Prof. Sarthak Misra for any questions you might have.Contact Information:Prof. Sarthak MisraPhone: +31-53-489-2704Email: s.misra@utwente.nlLab website:Share this vacancyAbout the organisationThe Faculty of Engineering Technology (ET) engages in education and research of Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Industrial Design Engineering. We enable society and industry to innovate and create value using efficient, solid and sustainable technology. We are part of a ‘people-first’ university of technology, taking our place as an internationally leading center for smart production, processes and devices in five domains: Health Technology, Maintenance, Smart Regions, Smart Industry and Sustainable Resources. Our faculty is home to about 2,900 Bachelor’s and Master’s students, 550 employees and 150 PhD candidates. Our educational and research programmes are closely connected with UT research institutes Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Center and Digital Society Institute.Want to know moreMisra, S. (Sarthak)
Full Professor Surgical RoboticsMisra, S. (Sarthak)
Full Professor Surgical RoboticsDo you have questions about this vacancy? Then you can contact Sarthak for all substantive questions about this position and the application procedure. For general questions about working for the UT, please refer to the chatbot.

Expected salary

€4020 – 5278 per month

Location

Enschede, Overijssel

Job date

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 02:53:25 GMT

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