Acoustic imaging expert

19 Jan 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

IMEC

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Physics » Biophysics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Belgium

Application Deadline

19 Apr 2024 - 10:11 (Europe/Brussels)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description
What you will do

• Guide the development of new ultrasound systems from novel transducer concepts towards (photo)acoustic imaging applications.
• Characterize and benchmark ultrasound transducers acoustically, electrically, and mechanically.
• Provide support across multiple projects using your expertise in acoustic imaging.
• Maintain a high standard of literature knowledge.
• Collaborate with specialists from our cross-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the creation of a long-term vision and strategy for the group and the Ultrasound Roadmap. 

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering » Electrical engineering

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Engineering » Mechanical engineering

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Physics » Biophysics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
Who you are

• You hold a PhD degree in (Bio)Physics, Electrical or Biomedical Engineering.
• You have several years of theoretical and practical experience in Acoustic Imaging.
• You have proven experience with ultrasound systems (e.g. Verasonics), acoustic characterization and application-oriented ultrasound imaging.
• You are proficient in the use of MATLAB or Python, FEM software (e.g. COMSOL) and specialized ultrasound simulation tools (e.g. k-wave or Field-II).
• Experience with MEMS design and/or microfabrication knowledge are an asset.
• Experience with in-vivo experiments is an asset.
• Any project management experience is an asset.
• The imec environment requires a good team player with good communication and reporting skills. An excellent knowledge of English is mandatory. 

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits
What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer  and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth. 

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits. 

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

imec

Country

Belgium

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Where to apply

Website

https://www.imec-int.com/en/work-at-imec/job-opportunities/ultrasound-design-an…

Contact

City

Leuven

Website

http://www.imec-int.com

Street

Kapeldreef 75

Postal Code

3001

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED