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Postdoctoral researcher on polarization sensitive Optical Coherence Tomography

Closing date 10-04-2023
11.04.23.TD1
36 hours
Research university
Research & Education
Closing date 10-04-2023
11.04.23.TD1

Job description

The rupture of diseased segments (atherosclerotic plaques) in arteries is a major cause of fatal and disabling cardiovascular events. Plaque rupture is a mechanical event where the collagenous plaque tissue loses its structural integrity due to blood pressure loading. The architecture of the fibrillar collagen network in a plaque is hypothesized to be the key determinant of the rupture risk of the plaque. Hence, quantitative measurements of the plaque tissue’s collagen network may provide invaluable information not only to understand the fatal plaque rupture event but also to develop life-saving predictive models for plaque rupture risk.

Polarization-sensitive Optical Coherence Tomography (ps-OCT) enables quantitative imaging of the microstructural organization of biological tissues in high spatial and temporal resolution. To be the front-runner in the field of mechano-structural characterization of atherosclerotic plaques, you will be focusing on customizing a bench-top ps-OCT system, coupling it to a mechanical tissue testing device and characterizing the optomechanical properties of the collagenous network in atherosclerotic plaques. The proposed research will be performed in close collaboration with the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston (USA) and involve visit(s) to this center.

Work environment

Cardiovascular Biomechanics Research Group at Erasmus MC consists of engineers, biologists, and clinicians, strongly driven by the scientific motivation of performing innovative, cutting-edge cardiovascular research. The Group combines fundamental, translational, experimental, computational, and clinical studies in the cardiovascular field, and closely collaborates with the Cardiovascular Imaging Group at the Biomedical Engineering Department, the clinical departments of Erasmus MC, and the Biomechanical Engineering Department of Delft University of Technology.

Qualifications and skills

• You must hold or soon obtain a PhD degree.
• You have a background in tissue optics, optical imaging, polarimetry, and related fields.

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Terms of employment

• You will receive a contract for 1 year.
• The gross monthly salary amouts to a maximum of € 5.088,- (scale 10) based on working experience and a fulltime workweek of 36 hours.
• Excellent fringe benefits, such as a 13th month that is already paid out in November and a individual travel expense package.
• Pension insurance with ABP. We take care of approximately 2/3 of the monthly contribution.
• Special benefits, such as a incompany physiotherapist and bicycle repairer. And there is also a gym where you can work on your fitness after work.

More information

For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Ali Akyildiz, Assistant Professor, 
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If you are excited by the thought of this position and would like to apply, please do so by using the application form on our website. Applications must include:

• Up-to-date CV.
• Summary letter (max 2 pages) of your past research, scientific, and academic activities.
• Contact details of two references. 

Screening of applications will start as soon as applications are received and will continue until the position is filled.
No agencies please.

Application proces

Step 1 - Apply

Did we get you excited about this position? Submit your application through the application button. You will receive a confirmation of receipt from our recruiter right away.

Step 2 - Selection

Based on your application, we check to see if there is a fit between us. We will let you know as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.

Step 3 - Job interview

You have been invited for an interview, great! In this first meeting we get to know each other and see if You can form an idea of the position, the department and Erasmus MC. If the interview goes well usually a second interview follows.

Step 4 - Offer and terms of employment

It’s a match! Your future manager will discuss your salary and employment with you. You will also receive more information about our other terms of employment.

Step 5 - Getting started

Your first working day has come! We are more than happy to have you. Your new department will give you a warm welcome and provide you with all the information you need. Enjoy your job at Erasmus MC!

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