Assistant professor vacancy, Biophotonics, University of Twente
VACANCY
The Biomedical Photonic Imaging chair (www.utwente.nl/bmpi) of the University of Twente (Enschede, the Netherlands) looks for a candidate for the position of
Assistant professor (tenure track, 1.0fte)
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The candidate should have a PhD degree preferably with postdoctoral experience in the research area of biomedical photonics, using the approach of applied physics, applied mathematics, biomedical engineering or any other engineering discipline relevant in the development of noninvasive diagnostics and imaging methods using light and sound. Qualification for this position should be proven by a good publication track record in peer reviewed journals of high impact.
Activities
You are expected to develop and acquire funding for your own line of research within the area of biomedical photonics. This may include but is not limited to photoacoustics, acousto-optics, speckle-based optical technologies, and optical interactions with targeted contrast agents and targeted therapeutic agents. Also candidates with research plans outside the above topics but within the area of biomedical photonic imaging for clinical application are invited.
You will contribute to the education in our bachelor and master curricula such as biomedical engineering, technical medicine and applied physics.
Appointment and salary
You will be appointed in a Tenure Track position [in accordance with Clause 6.5a of the Collective Labour Agreement - Dutch Universities] by the Faculty of Science and Technology. A Tenure Track contract enables you to direct your own career based on fixed performance agreements, in which context promotion from UD (assistant professor) to UHD (associate professor) and subsequently to professor is possible. A definitive assessment will take place no later than five years after commencement of employment after which, following a positive review, employment for an indefinite period will be granted.
Information and application
For information please contact prof.dr. W. Steenbergen, MIRA Institute of Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine, Biomedical Photonic Imaging chair (tel. + 31 53 4893160,w.steenbergen@utwente.nl ).
Applications, including a CV and recommendation letters should be uploaded via www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en . (job advertised under ‘assistant professor positions). Review of candidates will continue until the position has been filled.
The Biomedical Photonic Imaging chair (www.utwente.nl/bmpi)
The Biomedical Photonic Imaging group of the University of Twente investigates the use of light for medical purposes. Our final aim is to develop optical and hybrid optical-acoustical technologies for medical diagnosis, in particular in the fields of oncology and wound healing. Our current technologies include photoacoustics, acousto-optics, and coherent optical methods. Physiological properties of primary interest to us are microcirculatory blood flow, hemoglobin concentrations, and blood oxygenation. Furthermore we focus on the quantified detection and imaging of functionalized contrast agents such as gold nanoparticles, and optically labeled targeted drugs. Our approaches include research into the physics of light-tissue interaction and its measurement, biomedical engineering to realize suitable instrumentation for in vivo use, clinical evaluation together with several medical partners. Furthermore we put strong emphasis on valorization/commercialization of our technologies.
Working at the University of Twente
The University of Twente. We stand for life sciences and technology. High tech and human touch. Education and research that matter. New technology which drives change, innovation and progress in society. With 9.000 students and 3.300 employees, the University of Twente is the only campus university in the Netherlands; divided over six faculties we provide more than fifty educational programs. The University of Twente has a strong focus on personal development and talented researchers are given scope for carrying out pioneering research
Faculty of Science and Technology (www.utwente.nl/education/tnw)
Our faculty offers education and research in areas of chemistry, process technology, materials science, optics and fluidics. Our scientists are recognized worldwide for their high quality research, which generally is carried out in one of our research institutes. Within the faculty research is focused on nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, clinical technology, sustainable energy technology and smart devices.
We offer a range of bachelor and master courses in Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, Biomedical Technology, Technical Medicine, Advanced Technology and a master in Nanotechnology.
MIRA Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine (www.utwente.nl/mira)
MIRA is a leading and fast growing Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine at the University of Twente. Within MIRA, research is grouped into 3 research tracks: Tissue Regeneration, Neural & Motor Systems and Imaging & Diagnostics. The institute combines fundamental and applied research with clinical practice. It has full professors in all these 3 realms.
MIRA works closely with hospitals, the business community and governmental organizations, aiming to secure its highly valued position in Europe. Moreover, MIRA actively encourages its scientists to bring proprietary technologies to the market. It has given birth to dozens of companies and license deals in order to make its top technology widely accessible to patients.
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