Doctoral Scholarship in Microstructure Imaging: Join the University of Antwerp in shaping the future through cutting-edge research. The Vision Lab of the Department of Physics and the Bio-Imaging Lab of the Department of Biomedical Sciences are offering a full-time doctoral scholarship as part of the ERC Consolidator project “A data-driven approach to microstructure imaging” (ADAMI), funded by the European Union.
Scholarship Opportunity: Doctoral Scholarship in In Vivo Microstructure Imaging with MRI
Summary Table:
- Location: University of Antwerp, Belgium
- Position: Doctoral Scholarship Holder
- Duration: 1 year, renewable up to 4 years
- Start Date: September 2024
- Application Deadline: 29 May 2024
- Salary: Monthly scholarship amount based on pay scales for Contract Research Staff (BAP)
- Benefits: Ecocheques, internet-connectivity allowance, bicycle allowance or full reimbursement of public transport costs
- Language: English
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Hold a Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences, (Medical) Physics, Bio(medical) Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline, or expected to obtain it by the start date.
- Demonstrate outstanding academic results.
- Knowledge of medical imaging, particularly MRI, and quantitative MRI (diffusion, relaxometry, etc.).
- Hold a FELASA certificate or willing to obtain one.
- Experience in multi-modal quantitative MRI or other in vivo imaging modalities, programming skills (e.g., C/C++, Python, MATLAB), and prior MRI acquisition & image processing experience are advantageous.
- Research qualities aligned with faculty and university research policies.
- Ability to work independently, creatively, and efficiently with attention to quality and integrity.
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills in English.
Description:
The successful candidate will focus on the acquisition, processing, curation, and modeling of quantitative MRI data of healthy mice and mice models for neurodegeneration. They will participate in international conferences, publish scientific articles, and actively contribute to the preparation and defense of a PhD thesis.
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should apply through the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform by 29 May 2024 (midnight Brussels time).
- Click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the online application form, including:
- A motivation letter
- Detailed academic CV (including competences)
- Contact details of two references
Contact Information:
For inquiries about the job application form, email jobs@uantwerpen.be. For questions about the job itself, contact Dr. Ben Jeurissen, PI of the project, at ben.jeurissen@uantwerpen.be.
Shape the future of microstructure imaging with MRI at the University of Antwerp!
