Postdoc Position in Molecular Imaging: The University of Twente is offering a Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on investigating how microbubbles designed for ultrasound molecular imaging change their acoustic response upon molecular binding. This role is pivotal in developing innovative diagnostics methods in medical imaging, specifically for cancer and inflammation.
Postdoc Position in Microbubbles for Ultrasound Molecular Imaging
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
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| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Molecular Ultrasound Imaging |
| Location | University of Twente, Netherlands |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Contract Duration | 1 year (with potential for extension) |
| Salary Range | €3,546 – €5,538 gross/month |
| Application Deadline | January 15, 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience in microfluidics and fluid mechanics.
- Strong programming skills in MATLAB; experience with Verasonics ultrasound imaging systems is a plus.
- Good communication and writing skills in English.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Investigate acoustic response variations in monodisperse microbubbles upon molecular binding.
- Work with microfabrication, ultrasound imaging, bubble design, and fluid dynamics to enable acoustic discrimination between bound and freely circulating microbubbles.
- Design, fabricate, and characterize viscoelastic capillary phantoms using hydrogel materials and cleanroom techniques.
- Perform acoustic scattering and attenuation measurements.
- Develop imaging and characterization strategies with a Verasonics NXT ultrasound system.
- Collaborate with and potentially supervise PhD students.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the provided link before January 15, 2026. Applications should include a CV, a motivation letter, and a list of publications. Candidates may be required to present their previous work during the interview process.
For further inquiries, contact:
Tim Segers
Email: t.j.segers@utwente.nl
Last Date to Apply
January 15, 2026
