Postdoctoral Researchers in Microrobots: The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the largest biomedical research institution in Germany, is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to join the Department “Smart Technologies for Tumor Therapy” at the DKFZ Site Dresden. The project, funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant VIBEBOT, aims to design, test, model, and optimize a microrobotic system for navigating viscoelastic biological soft tissues using magnetic fields. This collaborative research opportunity with the Technical University of Dresden focuses on advancing tumor therapy through microrobotics.
Summary Table:
| Job Title | Research Area | Designation | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral | Microrobots for Viscoelastic Tissue | Researcher | DKFZ Site |
| Researchers | Penetration | Dresden |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Scientific university degree with a doctorate in engineering, mechanics, applied physics, or relevant subjects.
- Interest or experience in microsystem engineering, microdevices, microfluidics, soft biomaterials characterization and modeling, and wireless actuation schemes.
- Strong background in biomedical engineering, microsystems engineering, or biomechanics.
- Excellent English skills, both written and spoken.
- Self-motivation and openness to discussing new ideas in an interdisciplinary team.
- Flexibility to apply various experimental methods.
Job Description:
- Micro-fabrication of magnetic microrobots for navigating viscoelastic biological soft tissues.
- Simulation of biological tissue mechanics to optimize the performance of the microrobotic system.
- Building mechatronic systems to sense and control the microrobots.
- Application of microrobots for tumor therapy and evaluation of their efficacy.
- Assisting in teaching activities and providing supervision to students.
- Collaboration with the research group and the Technical University of Dresden.
- Contributing to the dissemination of research findings through publications and presentations.
How to Apply: Interested candidates are requested to submit their complete application, including the following documents in one PDF file, via the “Apply Now” button on the DKFZ website:
- Curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting academic and research experience.
- Transcripts of academic records.
- Statement of research interests.
- Reference letters.
- Any additional relevant documents showcasing research accomplishments.
Last Date for Apply: Applications should be submitted no later than [insert date]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Early application is strongly encouraged.
For more information about the research group, please visit: https://www.dkfz.de/en/smart-technologies-tumortherapie/index.php
Contact: Dr. Tian Qiu Phone: +49 (0)351/458-15519
The DKFZ is committed to increasing the proportion of women in underrepresented areas and positions. Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply. Additionally, candidates with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.
Please note that application documents sent by post will not be returned. Email applications will not be accepted.
Join us in advancing microrobotics for tumor therapy and contribute to groundbreaking research at the forefront of cancer research.
