Research Associate In Robotic Ultrasound Therapy For Brain Cancer Treatment - Internal Only

Kings College London; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College London seeks a PhD‑level researcher in Biomedical Engineering to work on brain imaging and therapy projects. You will apply computer vision and robotic arms to head phantom development and brain ultrasound research.

Applicants should have a PhD or be close to submission, with excellent communication skills and a strong record of peer‑reviewed publications and international conference presentations. This is a competitive research position in a leading academic environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in Biomedical Engineering or related field.
• Bachelor/Master in Biomedical Engineering or related subject is required.
• Experience in computer vision and robotic arms.
• Experience in head phantom development.
• Experience in therapeutic ultrasound for brain disease treatment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong track record of peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Skills

Computer vision

Robotic arms

Head phantom development

Therapeutic ultrasound for brain

Excellent communication

Publications and presentations

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field

BSc/MSc in Biomedical Engineering or related subjects

Tools

ROS

Pressure sensors

Force sensors

Job description

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering or any related field
• BSc/MSc degree in Biomedical Engineering or related subjects
• Experience in computer vision and robotic arms
• Experience in head phantom development
• Experience in therapeutic ultrasound for brain disease treatment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent track record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations in international conferences

Desirable criteria

• Experience in robot operating systems (ROS)
• Experience with pressure/force sensors

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6.

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Further Information

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