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EU - Early Stage Researcher (CESR)
ID-No.: SD-12-40
The Institute of Biomechanics, TUHH Hamburg University of Technology is offering a temporary (one year) full-time position for a ‘Clinical Early Stage Researcher’ starting between August 15th, 2012 and September 15th, 2012. The position is part of SpineFX (spinefx.org), a Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN) which enables researchers the opportunity to improve their research skills by joining established research teams across six countries in order to enhance their career prospects.
This job offer is dedicated to:
Interface of Spinal Fixation Devices
Treatment of spinal trauma with conventional implants places high demands on the interface between the implant and bone. Screw loosening or pullout can result if there is a breakdown of the implant-bone interface. In this project the goal is to improve the interface of fixation devices through novel implant design, enhanced materials and the use of new hybrid fixation systems.
The successful applicant will join a team comprised of early stage researchers (University) and experienced researchers (industry) with the primary research aim being the generation of a new range of implants to provide optimal hold in the cancellous core of the vertebra or the posterior pedicles. A survey concerning interface failure and a comprehensive program of simulation, design and experimental verification of different concepts for interface enhancement will be the basis for the project. The most promising prototypes will undergo an in vitro preclinical testing on cadaveric specimens including characterisation of surfaces and performance. All applicants must be willing to participate in the in vitro cadaveric testing including preparation and analysis of spinal specimens.
Salary:
The salary grade is based on the EU ITN regulation, and depends on the candidate’s personal situation. The employee related funding of the EU, including special payments will result in a gross salary of approximately 35.000 € to 39.800 €.
Qualifications:
Higher-than-average surgical or forensic medicine degree OR an engineering degree (preferably Masters level)
Experience in the preparation and handling of cadaveric specimens
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
Work flexibility
Ability to travel to collaborating partners
Self-motivation and curiosity is essential to be part of an interdisciplinary team of surgeons, engineers and other scientists. TUHH aims to increase the percentage of women at the institution; therefore, women are especially encouraged to apply. Disabled persons with same qualification will be favoured.
In addition, certain eligibility criteria apply in a Marie Curie ITN program:
a) Early-stage researchers are defined as those in the first four years (full-time equivalent) of their research careers, starting at the date of obtaining the degree which would formally entitle them to embark on a doctorate, either in the country in which the degree was obtained or in the country in which the research training is provided, irrespective of whether or not a doctorate is envisaged.
b) Candidates have not resided or carried out their main activity in Germany for more than twelve months in the three years immediately prior to their recruitment.
c) Candidates should not be a national of Germany (there are two exceptions: researchers with more than one nationality can be recruited if they have not resided in Germany during the previous five years; researchers who have legally resided and have had their principal activity (work, studies, etc) in a third country for at least three out of the last four years).
d) Candidates should not possess a PhD degree.
For further information:
about the job application:
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about the research network:
spinefx.org
Please send informal enquires to:
Rebecca Kueny
rebecca.kueny@tuhh.de
TUHH Hamburg University of Technology
Institute of Biomechanics (M-3)
Denickestraße 15
21073 Hamburg, Germany
ID-No.: SD-12-40
The Institute of Biomechanics, TUHH Hamburg University of Technology is offering a temporary (one year) full-time position for a ‘Clinical Early Stage Researcher’ starting between August 15th, 2012 and September 15th, 2012. The position is part of SpineFX (spinefx.org), a Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN) which enables researchers the opportunity to improve their research skills by joining established research teams across six countries in order to enhance their career prospects.
This job offer is dedicated to:
Interface of Spinal Fixation Devices
Treatment of spinal trauma with conventional implants places high demands on the interface between the implant and bone. Screw loosening or pullout can result if there is a breakdown of the implant-bone interface. In this project the goal is to improve the interface of fixation devices through novel implant design, enhanced materials and the use of new hybrid fixation systems.
The successful applicant will join a team comprised of early stage researchers (University) and experienced researchers (industry) with the primary research aim being the generation of a new range of implants to provide optimal hold in the cancellous core of the vertebra or the posterior pedicles. A survey concerning interface failure and a comprehensive program of simulation, design and experimental verification of different concepts for interface enhancement will be the basis for the project. The most promising prototypes will undergo an in vitro preclinical testing on cadaveric specimens including characterisation of surfaces and performance. All applicants must be willing to participate in the in vitro cadaveric testing including preparation and analysis of spinal specimens.
Salary:
The salary grade is based on the EU ITN regulation, and depends on the candidate’s personal situation. The employee related funding of the EU, including special payments will result in a gross salary of approximately 35.000 € to 39.800 €.
Qualifications:
Higher-than-average surgical or forensic medicine degree OR an engineering degree (preferably Masters level)
Experience in the preparation and handling of cadaveric specimens
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
Work flexibility
Ability to travel to collaborating partners
Self-motivation and curiosity is essential to be part of an interdisciplinary team of surgeons, engineers and other scientists. TUHH aims to increase the percentage of women at the institution; therefore, women are especially encouraged to apply. Disabled persons with same qualification will be favoured.
In addition, certain eligibility criteria apply in a Marie Curie ITN program:
a) Early-stage researchers are defined as those in the first four years (full-time equivalent) of their research careers, starting at the date of obtaining the degree which would formally entitle them to embark on a doctorate, either in the country in which the degree was obtained or in the country in which the research training is provided, irrespective of whether or not a doctorate is envisaged.
b) Candidates have not resided or carried out their main activity in Germany for more than twelve months in the three years immediately prior to their recruitment.
c) Candidates should not be a national of Germany (there are two exceptions: researchers with more than one nationality can be recruited if they have not resided in Germany during the previous five years; researchers who have legally resided and have had their principal activity (work, studies, etc) in a third country for at least three out of the last four years).
d) Candidates should not possess a PhD degree.
For further information:
about the job application:
about the research network:
spinefx.org
Please send informal enquires to:
Rebecca Kueny
rebecca.kueny@tuhh.de
TUHH Hamburg University of Technology
Institute of Biomechanics (M-3)
Denickestraße 15
21073 Hamburg, Germany