C4Bio – Consensus in mechanical characterization of biological tissues

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C4Bio – Consensus in mechanical characterization of biological tissues

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Offer DescriptionSince 2020, C4Bio has successfully completed a pilot test campaign, specifically aimed at uniaxial tensile testing of porcine aorta. More than 25 research groups worldwide participated in two testing rounds whereby the results showed a disturbingly high amount of inter-research group variability, even for this relatively simple test type and for synthetic materials. This is essential information to take into account when using experimental testdata in in silico simulations.Therefore, it is now crucial to keep the momentum of the C4Bio initiative going, i.e. to further quantify and reduce this methodological uncertainty & variability, and to perform this analysis on biologically more relevant test methods.Supported by and in collaboration with the core C4Bio team and the FIBEr team, you will be responsible for the coordination of two new test campaigns with a minimum of 15 participating research groups, specifically on planar biaxial tensile testing of cardiovascular tissue and on unconfined compression testing of cartilage. This coordination involves: launching the call, selection of participants, preparation of test rounds, follow up of results submission (this includes the maintenance of an online data submission tool), data analysis (to quantify variabilities and uncertainties), synthesis of colloquia discussions with all participants, drafting up consensus protocol, and broad dissemination of the results.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsThis is a full-time position for two years as a postdoctoral research scholar at KU Leuven. You will be embedded in a dynamic team of researchers at KU Leuven and be able to build a broad international network through the C4Bio initiative.KU Leuven offers a wide range of fringe benefits, including hospitalization insurance, free or discounted commuting with public transport, group purchasing advantages, and more. These extra benefits are part of the attractive package that KU Leuven offers to its employees.

Eligibility criteriaWe are looking for a postdoctoral scholar with:

• A Ph.D. in engineering, preferably in biomedical technology.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical testing techniques such as uniaxial tensile and compressive tests, biaxial tensile tests, etc.
• Comprehensive knowledge of (non-linear) continuum mechanics.
• Experience in data management.
• Experience in project management.
• Fluent English communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Practical mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Note that this is a vacancy for a postdoctoral scholarship with international mobility. Hence, scholarships can only be awarded to postdoctoral scholarship holders who have not stayed or were engaged in a principal activity (work, studies, etc.) in Belgium for more than 24 months, this counting from the three years prior to the starting date of their position as postdoctoral scholarship holders. Short-term stays (such as holidays, participation in conferences and short stays in preparation for the stay as a postdoctoral scholarship holder) are not taken into account.Selection processFor more information please contact Prof. dr. ir. Nele Famaey, tel.: +32 16 32 89 80, mail: or Dr. ir. Heleen Fehervary, tel.: +32 16 37 92 37, mail: .
You can apply for this job no later than 25/10/2024 via theWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute KU Leuven Country Belgium State/Province Vlaams Brabant City Leuven Postal Code 3000 Street Leuven GeofieldContact State/ProvinceLeuven CityVlaams Brabant StreetLeuven Postal Code3000 E-Mailnele.famaey@kuleuven.beSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Louvain, Brabant Flamand

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Wed, 25 Sep 2024 07:57:07 GMT

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