The Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB) is a non-university research institute under public law of the state of Berlin. ZIB conducts research and development in the field of information technology, applied mathematics, and computer science focusing on modeling, simulation and optimization with scientific cooperation partners from academia and industry.
The division Mathematics for Life and Materials Sciences is offering within the BMBF Research Network on Musculoskeletal Diseases a
Research position – PhD Student (f/m)
Pay grade E 13 TV-L Berlin (100%)
Reference code: WA 10/15
The position will be a fixed-term contract for two years with the option to be extended.
Research Topic
One aim of the project is to analyze a large set of medical image data with respect to the anatomy of the knee joint in order to determine the variation in shape of the knee bones and the joint space. Clusters of similar shapes are to be determined in order to geometrically design a set of interpositional implants that fit a wide range of the osteoarthritic population. A second aim is to develop a prototype of an interactive, graphics-based 3d planning software that enables a surgeon to select a proper implant for an individual patient with gradual osteoarthritis.
Requirements
- above average master or diploma degree in computer sciences or mathematics
- strong interest in application oriented research & development within the area of orthopedic research
- excellent knowledge in computational geometry as well as in statistical cluster analysis
- profound knowledge in object oriented software development as well as programming skills in C++
- ability to work in a team as well as independently and goal-oriented
- good communication skills in English
The successful candidate will work in an inspiring and pleasant environment and will receive adequate professional support. We offer a challenging scientific task, a high degree of autonomy and state-of-the-art technical infrastructure. Non-PhD candidates are strongly encouraged to pursue a doctoral degree in conjunction with this work.
Since ZIB is an equal opportunities employer, we kindly encourage female candidates to apply for this job offer.
Persons with disabilities will be given preference, when equally qualified.
Please send your application, quoting the reference code WA 10/15, including CV and all relevant documents until 13th March, 2015 to
Konrad-Zuse-Zentrum für Informationstechnik Berlin (ZIB)
- Administration -
Takustr. 7
14195 Berlin-Dahlem
or electronically to: @email.
For more information about the field of work, please visit www.zib.de or contact the project heads Hon.-Prof. Hans-Christian Hege, Dr. Martin Weiser or Dr. Stefan Zachow (@email).