Postdoc: Multiscale Knee Modeling for OA in Vivo

Delft University of Technology; Delft; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ABP pension

Flexible working week

Education and training opportunities

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral researcher in the Biomechanical Engineering field to advance multiscale musculoskeletal models and evaluate cartilage stress in OA patients. You will refine algorithms, analyze biomechanics data, and help translate findings into proposals and dissemination activities.

The role emphasizes independent work within a multidisciplinary team, mentoring Master’s and PhD students, and securing funding to sustain the Healthy

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field and strong background in multiscale musculoskeletal modeling.
• Experience with optical motion capture data collection, processing, and analysis.
• Experience with Python and OpenSim for computational modeling.
• Excellent grant writing and project management across multi-site collaboration.
• Fluent in Dutch and English; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop or refine algorithms for multiscale models of joint loading.
• Process and analyze biomechanics and imaging data.
• Support translation and dissemination activities; supervise students.
• Work strategically to sustain the research line and contribute to funding proposals.

Skills

Multiscale musculoskeletal modeling

Python

OpenSim

Data analysis

Motion capture data

Education

PhD in Biomechanical/Biomedical Eng or related field

Tools

Motion capture data processing

Job description

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral researcher in the Biomechanical Engineering field to advance multiscale musculoskeletal models and evaluate cartilage stress in OA patients. You will refine algorithms, analyze biomechanics data, and help translate findings into proposals and dissemination activities.

The role emphasizes independent work within a multidisciplinary team, mentoring Master’s and PhD students, and securing funding to sustain the Healthy