Assistant professor in Clinical Neurophysiology University of Twente, Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine

MIRA Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine (www.utwente.nl/mira): MIRA is a leading and fast growing institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine at the University of Twente. Within MIRA, research is grouped into three strategic research orientations Bionanotech & Advanced Biomanufacturing, Neural & Motor Systems and Imaging & Diagnostics. All three have their own full chairs that guard the fundamental scientific value of the research. MIRA combines fundamental and applied research with clinical practice. This unique scientific path stimulates a successful application of fundamental concepts and enables healthcare to rapidly introduce new treatments. MIRA works closely with hospitals, the business community and governmental organizations, aiming to secure its leading position in Europe. It has given birth to dozens of companies and license deals to make its top technology widely accessible to patients. JOB DESCRIPTION Research in the group Clinical Neurophysiology (CNPH) is performed at the interface of basic neuroscience and clinical neurology/neurophysiology. We focus on cerebral ischemia and epilepsy, aiming to improve understanding of pathophysiological processes involved in these conditions and to develop innovative diagnostics and treatments. Our translational approach involves the use of TMS and EEG as clinical techniques, and in-vitro and in-silico models, including cultured neuronal networks on multi-electrode arrays. To strengthen our experimental research, we seek an excellent scientist with independent ideas. You are expected to acquire funding and develop your own research domain within the current focus of our group. You have the ambition to create a high-profile research line that is internationally recognized. You are also expected to contribute to the educational bachelor or master programs in Technical Medicine or Biomedical Engineering at the Faculty of Science and Technology. YOUR PROFILE The applicant should have thorough academic knowledge and practical experience in neurobiology and neurophysiology with a strong interest in translational research. Candidates should have a PhD and proven publication and presentation track record. Good communication skills are essential. Experience in acquiring grants and teaching are additional advantages. Application For information please contact prof.dr.ir. M.J.A.M. van Putten, MIRA Institute of Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine, Clinical Neurophysiology chair (tel. + 31 53 4894599, m.j.a.m.vanputten@utwente.nl). Applications, including a CV and recommendation letters should be uploaded via the button below www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en. Review of candidates will continue until the position has been filled. OUR OFFER You will be appointed in the Faculty of Science & Technology for two years, with the prospect of a permanent position after a positive evaluation. We offer you a very stimulating scientific environment with good possibilities for further development. The terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Universities (CAO). Depending on relevant background and experience, the gross monthly salary on a full time basis at the start of your appointment will range between € 3.475, - to € 5.405, - gross per month. Your starting salary may vary, depending on your background. Employees are also entitled to a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%. Furthermore, we offer other excellent terms of employment, such as professional and personal development programs, a dynamic environment with enthusiastic colleagues in an organization in which internationalization is an important part of the strategic agenda. A high degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other university staff is strongly encouraged. THE ORGANIZATION The University of Twente. We stand for life sciences and technology. High tech and human touch. Education and research that matter. New technology which drives change, innovation and progress in society. The University of Twente is the only campus university in the Netherlands; divided over five faculties we provide more than fifty educational programmes. The University of Twente has a strong focus on personal development and talented researchers are given scope for carrying out pioneering research. Within the TNW Faculty (Faculty of Science & Technology) of the University of Twente some 700 staff members and 2000 students are involved in training and research on the interface of chemical technology, applied physics and biomedical technology. Fields of application include sustainable energy, process technology and materials science, nanotechnology and technical medicine. Research, which enjoys a high profile both at home and internationally, has been accommodated in the multidisciplinary research institutes MESA+ and MIRA. The faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy Apply

MIRA Institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine (www.utwente.nl/mira): MIRA is a leading and fast growing institute for Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine at the University of Twente. Within MIRA, research is grouped into three strategic research orientations Bionanotech & Advanced Biomanufacturing, Neural & Motor Systems and Imaging & Diagnostics. All three have their own full chairs that guard the fundamental scientific value of the research. MIRA combines fundamental and applied research with clinical practice. This unique scientific path stimulates a successful application of fundamental concepts and enables healthcare to rapidly introduce new treatments. MIRA works closely with hospitals, the business community and governmental organizations, aiming to secure its leading position in Europe. It has given birth to dozens of companies and license deals to make its top technology widely accessible to patients.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Research in the group Clinical Neurophysiology (CNPH) is performed at the interface of basic neuroscience and clinical neurology/neurophysiology.

We focus on cerebral ischemia and epilepsy, aiming to improve understanding of pathophysiological processes involved in these conditions and to develop innovative diagnostics and treatments. Our translational approach involves the use of TMS and EEG as clinical techniques, and in-vitro and in-silico models, including cultured neuronal networks on multi-electrode arrays.

To strengthen our experimental research, we seek an excellent scientist with independent ideas. You are expected to acquire funding and develop your own research domain within the current focus of our group. You have the ambition to create a high-profile research line that is internationally recognized.

You are also expected to contribute to the educational bachelor or master programs in Technical Medicine or Biomedical Engineering at the Faculty of Science and Technology.

YOUR PROFILE

The applicant should have thorough academic knowledge and practical experience in neurobiology and neurophysiology with a strong interest in translational research.

Candidates should have a PhD and proven publication and presentation track record. Good communication skills are essential. Experience in acquiring grants and teaching are additional advantages.

Application

For information please contact prof.dr.ir. M.J.A.M. van Putten, MIRA Institute of Biomedical Technology and Technical Medicine, Clinical Neurophysiology chair (tel. + 31 53 4894599, m.j.a.m.vanputten@utwente.nl).

Applications, including a CV and recommendation letters should be uploaded via the button below www.utwente.nl/vacatures/en. Review of candidates will continue until the position has been filled.

OUR OFFER

You will be appointed in the Faculty of Science & Technology for two years, with the prospect of a permanent position after a positive evaluation. We offer you a very stimulating scientific environment with good possibilities for further development.

The terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Universities (CAO). Depending on relevant background and experience, the gross monthly salary on a full time basis at the start of your appointment will range between € 3.475, - to € 5.405, - gross per month. Your starting salary may vary, depending on your background. Employees are also entitled to a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.

Furthermore, we offer other excellent terms of employment, such as professional and personal development programs, a dynamic environment with enthusiastic colleagues in an organization in which internationalization is an important part of the strategic agenda. A high degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other university staff is strongly encouraged.

THE ORGANIZATION

The University of Twente. We stand for life sciences and technology. High tech and human touch. Education and research that matter. New technology which drives change, innovation and progress in society. The University of Twente is the only campus university in the Netherlands; divided over five faculties we provide more than fifty educational programmes. The University of Twente has a strong focus on personal development and talented researchers are given scope for carrying out pioneering research.

Within the TNW Faculty (Faculty of Science & Technology) of the University of Twente some 700 staff members and 2000 students are involved in training and research on the interface of chemical technology, applied physics and biomedical technology. Fields of application include sustainable energy, process technology and materials science, nanotechnology and technical medicine. Research, which enjoys a high profile both at home and internationally, has been accommodated in the multidisciplinary research institutes MESA+ and MIRA. The faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders.

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