Offer Description The position is part of the FlexSMART project with the aim of integrating sensing and control within soft/flexible
surgical devices for minimally invasive surgery. Recent publications from the FlexSMART project can be found below: Document 1 Document 2 The project will be conducted within the research facilities of the Department of Biomechanical Engineering . In addition there are excellent opportunities for close collaboration with clinicians, hospitals and international institutions. Requirements Specific Requirements The successful applicant has (or is about to complete) a PhD with a relevant background in mechanical, biomedical, electrical engineering, or in a closely related discipline. The candidate should possess excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following research areas: robotics, mechatronics, mechanical design. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in actuation and sensing of soft and flexible robots, or experience with mechatronics for medical applications. An interview will be part of the selection procedure. Additional Information Benefits A full-time contract for 12 months (with possibility of extension). A gross salary between € 4422 and € 5760 per month, depending on experience and qualifications; An annual holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, and an annual end of year bonus of 8.3%; An attractive pension scheme; Minimum of 29 leave days in case of full-time employment. Professional and personal development programs; The University of Twente is situated on a green and lively campus with lots of facilities for sports and other extracurricular activities. Additional comments You can apply for this position through the button ‘APPLY’. Your application should include the following documents as a single PDF file. A motivation letter Academic and research CV Contact information for at least two references Two relevant first-author papers Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Venkat Kalpathy Venkiteswaran ( v.kalpathyvenkiteswaran@utwente.nl ) with “ Postdoc Application: FlexSMART ” in the subject line. The (online) interviews will take place early January. Screening is part of the recruitment procedure.
