Part-Time Research Support Officer II

Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions: Research Support Positions Application Deadline: 19 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Malta) Country: Malta Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Part-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description CALL FOR APPLICATIONS (Call ID: 167/2026) Post/s of Part-Time Research Support Officer II Project Hyper4BII – “Microwave Hyperthermia for breast cancer” Funded by Evolve Ltd through the University of Malta Research, Innovation and Development Trust (RIDT) And any other projects undertaken by the Electromagnetics Research Group. Applications are invited for a Research Support Officer (RSO) to carry out duties in relation to the Hyper4BII Project which is funded by Evolve Ltd through RIDT. The RSO may also be required to work on other projects undertaken by the Electromagnetics Research Group within the Department of Physics. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Physics. A background in programming and has experience in designing data analysis applications and interface of hardware with software is also required. The University of Malta is an Equal Opportunity employer. The selected candidate must be living in Malta for the period of employment. The post is for a total of 200 hours of work. The initial remuneration per hour inclusive of any cost-of-living adjustments is €14.58. Candidates must upload their covering letter, curriculum vitae, and certificates (certificates should be submitted in English) and contact details of at least two referees through this form https://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/workatum-projects by not later than Thursday, 19th November 2026. Late applications will not be considered . Further information may be obtained from http://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/recruitment and should you have any queries, please send us an email on projects.hrmd@um.edu.mt . Further Information In microwave (MW) hyperthermia tumour therapy, electromagnetic waves focus energy at the specified target location to elevate the temperature above its normal levels with minimal injury to the surrounding healthy tissue. At the Electromagnetics Research Group, a Fractal Octagonal Ring Array (FORA) has been tested for breast cancer hyperthermia treatment utilising numerical and experimental studies. This hyperthermia applicator consists of a circular fractal antenna array configuration, intended to precisely target and treat cancerous cells in the breast. The purpose of this study is to follow up on these preliminary studies by building a MW hyperthermia system and the interface to excite multiple FORA antennas that constitute the hyperthermia applicator. Algorithms would need to be implemented in MATLAB so that the resultant radiation pattern can be focused at a targeted location in the breast. This project requires the design of the hardware/software and development of the aforementioned hyperthermia system, followed by the corresponding characterisation, verification and validation on breast phantoms. Further information may be obtained by contacting Prof. Lourdes Farrugia at lourdes.farrugia@um.edu.mt . The RSO may also be required to work on other projects undertaken by the Electromagnetics Research Group. The appointee will be expected to undertake the following tasks: Carry our research in accordance with the project objectives, under the supervision of the principal and co-investigators; Assume responsibility for and manage the assigned part of the project and related tasks; Participate in project planning, administration and implementation; Produce deliverables and related reports within the stipulated time frames as specified in the project description; Keep detailed progress reports and abide by all the conditions imposed by the project; Attend project internal meetings and consortium meetings; and Perform any other tasks as instructed by the principal and co-investigators at the University of Malta as well as other collaborating experts. The appointee will be expected to work at such places and during such hours as may be determined by the University authorities. The selection procedure will involve: scrutiny of qualifications and experience claimed and supported by testimonials and/or certificates (copies to be included with the application); shortlisting; and an interview and / or extended interview. The post is for a total of 200 hours, which will be subject to a probationary period and to the provisions of the Statutes, Regulations and Bye-Laws of the University of Malta which are now or which may hereafter be in force. Office of the University, Msida, 6th November 2026 Where to apply Website: https://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/workatum-projects Requirements Research Field: Physics » Other Education Level: Master Degree or equivalent Skills/Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Physics. A background in programming and has experience in designing data analysis applications and interface of hardware with software is also required. Specific Requirements: Live in Malta Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: University of Malta Country: Malta Contact City: Msida Website: http://www.um.edu.mt/hrmd/recruitment Street: University of Malta Msida MSD 2080 MALTA E-Mail: projects.hr@um.edu.mt