PhD Candidate: Equitable Bone Healing & Modelling (MSCA-DN)

Maastricht University; Maastricht; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1-year contract

Flexible working hours

Home office allowance

ABP pension

Vacation days

Professional development

Job summary

Maastricht University invites applications for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Candidate in modelling bone healing and remodelling as part of the EDI-MSK network. The project is hosted across MaCSBio at UM and partner institutions in Europe, focusing on multiscale models of bone healing and chronic kidney disease effects.

You will join an international team, benefit from extensive training and collaborations, and work with a funded doctoral position under Dutch regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent, with research interest in bone healing and modelling.
• Experience in modelling and simulation and co-morbidities.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Julia, C/C++).
• Proficiency in English at CEFR C1 level; willingness to travel within Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop world-class research focussing on modelling and simulation of bone healing.
• Actively participate in project meetings and network activities.
• Work independently and with a larger research team; assist others in the network.
• Contribute to joint discussions and knowledge transfer within the network.
• Maintain accurate records and multimedia dissemination of results.
• Ensure safe and inclusive working practices and adherence to safety policies.

Skills

Biomedical Engineering

Modelling & Simulation

Programming (Python, MATLAB)

C/C++

English (C1)

Education

Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Maastricht University invites applications for a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Candidate in modelling bone healing and remodelling as part of the EDI-MSK network. The project is hosted across MaCSBio at UM and partner institutions in Europe, focusing on multiscale models of bone healing and chronic kidney disease effects.

You will join an international team, benefit from extensive training and collaborations, and work with a funded doctoral position under Dutch regulations.