Doctoral student in Medical science with a research profile in Biomedical engineering - Befattningen är under tillsättning eller redan tillsatt, och det är inte längre möjligt att lämna in en ansökan

The Department of Radiation Sciences at Umeå University, together with the Biomedical Engineering R&D department at Umeå university Hospital, is seeking a PhD student in biomedical engineering focusing on advanced image analysis. The position has a duration of four years at full time, starting January 1st 2021 or as otherwise agreed.

Project description

The aim of the project is to develop and apply advanced image analysis methods, including machine learning, to MR (Magnetic resonance) images in order to identify disturbances in the cerebrospinal fluid flow in and around the brain. The methods will be applied to diagnose and characterize the disease Normal pressure hydrocephalus, as well as to study the recently discovered glymphatic system. This system can be relevant for the pathophysiology of hydrocephalus, and also other neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. The research environment is interdisciplinary and includes researchers and doctoral students in both neurology and biomedical engineering.

Terms of employment

The position is intended to result in a doctoral degree and the main task of the PhD student is to pursue doctoral studies, which include participation in research and postgraduate courses as well as journal clubs, seminars.

Qualifications

To be admitted as a PhD student in Medical science specializing in Biomedical engineering the applicant needs to fulfill the general and specific admissions requirements and be assessed to have the skills otherwise required to complete a PhD education. Previous research experience is meritorious. It is also meritorious if you have knowledge of MRI, image/signal analysis, machine learning and pressure/flow analysis. You should be able to work independently and have good analytical and organizational skills. It is of great importance to be able to cooperate and interact with other members of the research team and staff at the department.

General admission requirements

The general admission requirements for doctoral studies are a second- cycle level degree, or completed course requirements of at least 240 credits (ECTS), of which at least 60 credits are at second-cycle level, or have an equivalent education from abroad, or equivalent qualifications.

Specific admissions requirements

To fulfil the specific admissions requirements for doctoral studies in Biomedical engineering, the applicant should have a Master of Science degree or other university degree with at least 90 credits in the subjects of physics, computer science, mathematical statistics or engineering, and at least 50 credits in math, or equivalent education. Necessary language skills in English, both written and oral skills, are also required. An assessment of this skill is performed by the candidate presenting an admissions seminar at the Department in English.

Application

The application should be written in Swedish or English and contain the following documents:

• A cover letter including a short description of your research interests, your reasons to apply for the position, and your contact information.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Reprints / copies of completed BSc and/or MSc thesis and other relevant publications, if any.
• Copies of degree certificates, including documentation of completed academic courses and obtained grades.
• Contact information for two persons willing to act as references.

The application must be made via Umeå University's e-recruitment system and be received by 2020-10-30.

For additional information, please contact Sara Qvarlander, PhD, sara.qvarlander@umu.se

We look forward to receiving your application!