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The Institute of Surgical Technology and Biomechanics of the University of Bern ( www.istb.unibe.ch), Switzerland, is seeking a Early Stage Research Assistant in Biomechanics for a period of 24 months, starting as soon as possible.
An early stage research assistant with expertise in biomechanics (alternatively applied mechanics or a related field) and good organizational skills is looked for to contribute on the identification, verification, and validation of a non-linear constitutive model for bone tissue. This will include tasks in image processing, mechanical design, biomechanical testing, and finite element simulations.
The global aim of the research consists in understanding the dependence of fracture risk of the hip on pre-existing damage. The constitutive model will provide an improved computational tool to investigate damage in bone and bone-implant systems subject to non-proportional loading. In the long-term, the project will help to develop novel diagnostic and treatment strategies for hip fractures.
The candidate must hold a Master’s Degree or an equivalent European Engineering Diploma in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. Knowledge of the German language and previous publications in peer-reviewed journals are advantageous, but not mandatory.
Please send your application, including a letter of motivation, a complete CV, academic records and a copy of your Master’s thesis before October 1st 2012, to
Dr. Uwe Wolfram
Institute of Surgical Technology and Biomechanics
Stauffacherstrasse 78, CH-3014 Bern
uwe.wolfram[at]istb.unibe.ch
The Institute for Surgical Technology and Biomechanics (ISTB) is a pioneer institution in Computer-Assisted Surgery (CAS) and Biomechanics for clinical applications. The Institute is directed by Prof. Lutz-Peter Nolte, and has the invaluable support of numerous clinical experts and industrial partners world-wide. The Orthopedic Biomechanics group, headed by Prof. Philippe Zysset, conducts experimental, computational and theoretical research in bone mechanics. A major focus lies on the prediction of bone fracture risk based on clinical image data. We believe that more sensitive and more specific bone fracture risk predictions will help improving the management of patients suffering from osteoporosis.
Bern is the capital of Switzerland. Its beautiful medieval city centre is a Unesco World Heritage site. Apart from great natural scenery, Switzerland is also a world leader in the biomedical engineering sector. The country has consistently rated for many years as one of the top countries for best quality of life. Switzerland is also ideally located as a base for traveling into other European countries.
An early stage research assistant with expertise in biomechanics (alternatively applied mechanics or a related field) and good organizational skills is looked for to contribute on the identification, verification, and validation of a non-linear constitutive model for bone tissue. This will include tasks in image processing, mechanical design, biomechanical testing, and finite element simulations.
The global aim of the research consists in understanding the dependence of fracture risk of the hip on pre-existing damage. The constitutive model will provide an improved computational tool to investigate damage in bone and bone-implant systems subject to non-proportional loading. In the long-term, the project will help to develop novel diagnostic and treatment strategies for hip fractures.
The candidate must hold a Master’s Degree or an equivalent European Engineering Diploma in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. Knowledge of the German language and previous publications in peer-reviewed journals are advantageous, but not mandatory.
Please send your application, including a letter of motivation, a complete CV, academic records and a copy of your Master’s thesis before October 1st 2012, to
Dr. Uwe Wolfram
Institute of Surgical Technology and Biomechanics
Stauffacherstrasse 78, CH-3014 Bern
uwe.wolfram[at]istb.unibe.ch
The Institute for Surgical Technology and Biomechanics (ISTB) is a pioneer institution in Computer-Assisted Surgery (CAS) and Biomechanics for clinical applications. The Institute is directed by Prof. Lutz-Peter Nolte, and has the invaluable support of numerous clinical experts and industrial partners world-wide. The Orthopedic Biomechanics group, headed by Prof. Philippe Zysset, conducts experimental, computational and theoretical research in bone mechanics. A major focus lies on the prediction of bone fracture risk based on clinical image data. We believe that more sensitive and more specific bone fracture risk predictions will help improving the management of patients suffering from osteoporosis.
Bern is the capital of Switzerland. Its beautiful medieval city centre is a Unesco World Heritage site. Apart from great natural scenery, Switzerland is also a world leader in the biomedical engineering sector. The country has consistently rated for many years as one of the top countries for best quality of life. Switzerland is also ideally located as a base for traveling into other European countries.