Postdoc in continuum mechanics of brain tissue Full-time

Postdoc in Continuum Mechanics of Brain Tissue

Do you have a background in nonlinear continuum mechanics, constitutive modeling, soft tissue modeling or finite element analysis and a passion for advancing the understanding of brain injury? Then this could be a position for you. We are looking for an ambitious, collaborative and structured person to join our team.

In this role, you will take a leading position in advancing the material modeling of brain tissue. Your research will focus on:

• Improving material models of the brain, with particular focuses on finite viscoelasticity, anisotropy, hyperelasticity, and heterogeneity
• Integrating neuroimaging-derived cerebrovascular structures to enhance the anatomical structures of finite element head models

As a postdoctoral fellow, you will work within an interdisciplinary, international, collaborative, and supportive work environment. You will be an integral part of the growing division of Neuronic Engineering with the mission to bridge engineering and medicine to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of injuries to the human nervous system. You will work closely with Prof. Svein Kleiven, Assist. Prof. Zhou Zhou, and Assoc. Prof. Xiaogai Li at the Neuronic division, and will also collaborate with other research groups at KTH, including Prof. Christian Gasser, Lisa Prahl Wittberg, and Rodrigo Moreno. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking to advance their research career in engineering science, computational modeling, and brain health at a leading global institution.

Requirements:

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.

Preferred qualifications:

• A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
• You have research expertise in continuum mechanics, constitutive modeling, or soft tissue modeling. You have experience or interest in compiling user-defined material.
• Communication skills in interdisciplinary environments are meritorious
• As a person, you are independent and cooperative.
• In your work, you are structured and can prioritize tasks.
• You have the skills to teach others.
• You are aware of issues related to diversity and equal opportunities, with a particular focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.