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Postdoc image-based bone mechanics

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  • University/Institute Name KU Leuven
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Funding Type Salary or Fellowship for Postdocs
  • Application deadlineExpired
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Position Details (Postdoc)

The Biomechanics Section (BMe) is a multi-disciplinary institute situated in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. We aim to generate new knowledge of the mechanical behaviour, function and organization of cells and tissues and develop innovative solutions to prevent, diagnose, monitor, treat and cure diseases and health problems that have a mechanical origin or component at the cell or tissue level. Our division is having a strong expertise in both experimental and numerical analyses of human structure and function. Research topics cover the broad spectrum of length scales present in the human body: from cells to tissues and from organs to the entire body and its interaction with the environment. Research is clustered around four main topics: tissue and implant mechanics, mechanobiology and tissue engineering, surgical systems technology, and rehabilitation and prevention biomechanics. Many projects run in collaboration with clinical partners. The research activities are reflected in the teaching activities of the division, ranging from basic engineering mechanics to dedicated courses in the field of biomedical engineering.

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Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to advance our work on quantifying local bone mechanical properties using photon-counting computed tomography (PCCT).
Building on our recent findings demonstrating the superiority of PCCT in capturing bone microstructure and enhancing finite element (FE) models, you will develop methods for localized assessment of bone stiffness and strength. You will contribute to the integration of high-resolution imaging, image processing, and computational modeling to improve the prediction of bone mechanical competence.

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The applicant should have an excellent PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Physics, or other relevant discipline. The applicant should have experience with medical image processing, and a strong background in bone biomechanics, both experimentally and computationally. Good skills in spoken and written English are mandatory.

Offer

We offer a postdoctoral position at the Biomechanics Section at KU Leuven, initially for one year with the possibility of extending to two years. Salaries are highly competitive and in accordance with KU Leuven regulations.
A project start in September 2025 is envisioned. Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. 

Interested?

For more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Harry van Lenthe, tel.: +32 16 32 25 95, mail: [email protected].

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Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Biomedical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Medical Physics

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