Hosting Information
Offer Deadline: Wed, 9 Sep 2026 - 17:00
EU Research Framework Programme: Horizon Europe - MSCA
Country: Türkiye
City: Istanbul
Organisation/Institute
Organisation / Company: Istinye University (İstinye Üniversitesi)
Laboratory: care-labs.net
Is the Hosting related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes
Contact Information
Organisation / Company Type: Higher Education Institution
Website: http://www.istinye.edu.tr, https://care-labs.net, https://www.linkedin.com/company/isuxrlab/, https://www.youtube.com/@isuxrlab, https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Senol-Piskin, https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=-eKxLuYAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate
Email: senol.piskin@istinye.edu.tr
State/Province: Sarıyer, TÜRKİYE
Postal Code: 34396
Street: Istinye University Valley Campus, Ayazaga District, Azerbaijan Street (Vadi Istanbul 4A) Block No: 3H Sariyer/ISTANBUL, 34396
Phone: 905333563595
Mobile Phone: 905333563595
Description
Hosting Offer: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA PF) 2026 – ISU XR Lab/CARE Labs, Istinye University, Türkiye
Join a Multidisciplinary Research Environment Bridging Engineering, Medicine, and Digital Health
The ISU XR Lab/CARE Labs at Istinye University is seeking outstanding postdoctoral researchers interested in applying for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA PF) 2026. We welcome ambitious and creative researchers who are eager to develop high-impact research projects at the intersection of engineering, healthcare, artificial intelligence, extended reality, and digital twin technologies.
The 2026 call opened on 9 April 2026 and closes on 9 September 2026 at 17:00 CEST. MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships support researchers with a PhD who wish to conduct research abroad, strengthen their skills, and advance their careers through international, interdisciplinary, and intersectoral mobility.
Located in Istanbul, one of the most dynamic and internationally connected cities in Europe and Asia, Istinye University provides an excellent environment for conducting cutting-edge interdisciplinary research while collaborating closely with clinicians, engineers, computer scientists, and healthcare professionals.
Why Join ISU XR Lab/CARE Labs?
ISU XR Lab/CARE Labs is a rapidly growing multidisciplinary research group focusing on next-generation healthcare technologies. Our expertise spans:
- Digital Twins and Computational Medicine
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Healthcare
- Clinical Image Processing and Medical Imaging
- Virtual, Augmented, and Extended Reality (XR)
- Wearable Sensors and Digital Biomarkers
- Robotics and Haptic Systems
- High-Performance Computing and Simulation
- Cardiovascular and Neurovascular Modeling
- Biomechanics and Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Personalized Medicine and Decision Support Systems
Our team consists of researchers from biomedical, computer, mechanical, software, and electronics engineering backgrounds, working closely with clinicians including cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, radiologists, neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals. The university’s broader research ecosystem includes more than 30 research centers and a large (40) hospital network that supports clinically oriented and translational research.
Unique Research Opportunities
Researchers joining our group will have access to:
- A highly collaborative and international research environment
- Strong interdisciplinary supervision and mentoring
- Large-scale clinical collaborations and translational research opportunities
- Access to diverse clinical datasets through an extensive healthcare ecosystem
- State-of-the-art facilities for simulation, AI development, XR applications, and biomedical research
- Opportunities to develop technologies with direct clinical and societal impact
- Support for scientific publishing, networking, dissemination, and future grant development
Areas of Particular Interest
We are especially interested in hosting proposals related to:
- Digital Human and Patient Twin Technologies
- Neurovascular Aging and Cognitive Health
- Cardiovascular Modeling and Simulation
- AI-Driven Medical Imaging and Diagnostics
- Immersive Rehabilitation and Digital Therapeutics
- Wearable Technologies and Remote Monitoring
- XR Applications for Healthcare and Medical Training
- Surgical Planning and Personalized Medicine
- Human-AI Interaction in Healthcare
- Predictive Modeling and Clinical Decision Support
Researchers with innovative ideas beyond these areas are also encouraged to contact us.
Candidate Profile
We welcome applications from talented researchers worldwide who:
- Hold a PhD at the time of the MSCA deadline.
- Meet the MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship eligibility and mobility requirements.
- Have an excellent scientific track record relative to their career stage.
- Demonstrate strong motivation to conduct interdisciplinary and translational research.
- Are interested in developing independent research careers within an international environment.
Proposal Development Support
Selected candidates will receive comprehensive support throughout the proposal preparation process, including:
- Identification and refinement of research objectives
- Alignment with MSCA evaluation criteria
- Proposal review and feedback
- Guidance on impact, dissemination, communication, and exploitation plans
- Support in building interdisciplinary collaborations within the university and clinical ecosystem
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send:
- A detailed CV (including publications and funding history)
- A brief research proposal concept (1–2 pages)
- A motivation letter describing research interests and career goals
Early expressions of interest are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for proposal development before the MSCA PF 2026 deadline.
About ISU XR Lab
ISU XR Lab is dedicated to advancing the future of healthcare by integrating computational science, artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, digital twins, and translational medicine. Our mission is to develop innovative technologies that improve diagnosis, prognosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation, and patient outcomes while addressing major societal challenges associated with aging and chronic disease.
Researchers seeking a collaborative environment with strong clinical engagement, access to real-world healthcare challenges, and opportunities to create meaningful scientific and societal impact are encouraged to apply.
Lab Website: ISU XR Lab
LinkedIn Website: ISU XR Lab
ResearchGate: ResearchGate Profile
Research Group: Google Scholar Profile
Research Videos: YouTube Channel
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