PhD Position in Hydrocephalus Research

12 Sep 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

ETH Zürich

Research Field

Engineering » Biomedical engineering
Engineering » Electrical engineering
Computer science » Other
Physics » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Switzerland

Application Deadline

10 Dec 2023 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

41

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

PhD Position in Hydrocephalus Research

This highly interdisciplinary research project builds on previous and ongoing work carried out in close collaboration with neurosurgeons from the University Hospital Zurich, biomedical engineers and veterinarians from the University of Zurich, and international collaborators. We aim to develop a profound knowledge base for hydrocephalus and a novel treatment for hydrocephalus patients.

Project background

Hydrocephalus is a severe and common condition that occurs in many different forms from childhood to old age. The disease presents with an enlargement of the brain ventricles, presumably due to a mismatch of secretion and resorption of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Patients exhibit symptoms such as mental disorders, gait disturbance, and incontinence. It is usually treated by lifelong therapy with shunts that drain CSF from the brain ventricles into the abdomen. This technology is seventy years old, and the disease is still not well understood.

We aim to develop a hydrocephalus ovine model mimicking the functional characteristics of CSF disorders.

Job description

The PhD research topic includes developing acute and chronic pathologic ovine models and developing a miniaturized actuation device for long-term in vivo implantation as well as the quantification of hydrocephalus onset and neurologic deficits by assessing magnetic resonance or computer tomography imaging. Furthermore data analysis, modeling, and application using the existing testbench and artificial intelligence, machine learning, and computer vision.

Your profile

You will have:

• a Master of Science degree from a recognized university (or close to completion) in electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or physics
• a passion for practical and theoretical work following a systematic and sound approach in a medical application
• strong interest in working in a highly interdisciplinary environment and pursuing animal trials
• a background in signal and data processing, modeling, applied artificial intelligence, and machine learning
• curiosity, open-mindedness, and good communication skills
• proficient oral and written English skills

We offer

We are a highly motivated research group, offering an excellent research infrastructure and environment, as well as a competitive salary and benefits.

Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

We value diversity
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Curious? So are we.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• CV
• short statement of objectives and research interests (1-2 pages)
• transcripts of all degrees obtained (in English)
• names and contact information of three references
• one publication (e.g. thesis / paper)

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information about the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering/Intelligent Control Systems can be found on website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Marianne Schmid Daners, marischm@ethz.ch (no applications).

About ETH Zürich
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Requirements

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Engineering

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Computer science

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://academicpositions.com

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

ETH Zürich

Country

Switzerland

City

Zurich

Postal Code

8006

Street

Rämistrasse 101

Where to apply

Website

https://academicpositions.com/ad/eth-zurich/2023/phd-position-in-hydrocephalus-…

Contact

City

Zurich

Website

https://ethz.ch/en.html

Postal Code

8006

STATUS: EXPIRED