PhD Position in Mechanobiology: Embark on a groundbreaking research journey by joining our team at the Vienna Doctoral School in Chemistry. Explore the intricate details of heart failure and delve into the microstructural organization and macromechanical behavior of cardiac tissue. This fully funded PhD position is an opportunity to contribute to the Horizon Europe VITAL consortium’s efforts in developing predictive cardiovascular digital twins for personalized medical treatment optimization.
PhD Position in Mechanobiology of Myocardial Tissue at TU Delft
Study Area: Mechanobiology of Myocardial Tissue, focusing on cardiovascular biomechanics, microstructural organization, human disease models, and cardiothoracic surgery, specifically heart failure.
Location: Department of BioMechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), in collaboration with the Translational Cardiothoracic Surgery Research Lab at Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in (bio)medical sciences, (bio)physics, bioengineering, mechanical engineering, clinical technology, or a related field.
- Prior experience in tissue culture, bioprinting, microscopic imaging, bioreactors, and additive manufacturing.
- Familiarity with finite element analysis and mathematical modeling of soft tissue behavior is advantageous.
- Strong research-oriented attitude and motivation for teaching and supervision activities.
- Proficiency in English (min. C1 level) is essential.
Description: The selected candidate will engage in a multidisciplinary project, employing advanced optical imaging, biomechanical tissue testing, and human disease modeling platforms. The research aims to unravel the intricate connection between myocardial tissue’s microstructural organization and macroscale mechanical behavior. The candidate will actively contribute to experimental design, tissue experiments, development of mechanical testing and imaging techniques, data analysis, and computational modeling.
How to Apply:
- Submit your application by 31st March 2024 via the online application portal.
- Include a cover letter describing your motivation and qualifications, a curriculum vitae, academic transcript, a list of publications, and the contact information of three references.
- Ensure your application is complete, including a digital copy of your MSc thesis (if applicable).
Last Date: The application deadline is 31st March 2024. Screening of applicants will start upon receipt, and the position’s starting date is flexible but no later than 1st September 2024.
Join TU Delft’s Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime, and Materials Engineering in this exciting research opportunity. For more information, contact Dr.ir. Mathias Peirlinck at mplab-me@tudelft.nl. Challenge, Change, Impact!
