Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- IMEC
- Research Field
- Engineering » Electrical engineeringEngineering » Mechanical engineeringPhysics » Biophysics
- Researcher Profile
- Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Country
- Belgium
- Application Deadline
- 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
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
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
- Geofield
Where to apply
- Website
Contact
- City
- Leuven
- Website
- Street
- Kapeldreef 75
- Postal Code
- 3001
- jobs@imec.be