Abteilung/Aufgabengebiet
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The Clinic for Dental Prosthetics and Biomaterials, Implantology Centre - Dental Materials and Biomaterials Research is seeking a
Student Assistant (w/m/d) Numerical Simulations in Hydrogel-based Bioprinting
Starting October 2024, with 6 to 8 hours per week!
The initial appointment will be at least 3 months, with the possibility of extension.
Join the future of Tissue Engineering!
Join our research team focused on exploring the mechanobiological effects of hydrogel-based bioprinting. Our project aims to quantify the forces and stresses within the bioprinter through a series of bioprinting experiments coupled with numerical simulations.
This research is central to advancing our understanding of cell behavior under mechanical stress and contributes to collaborative research efforts within our institute.
For more information visit www.biomaterials-research.de
Key Responsibilities
- Rheological Characterization
- Conduct rheological measurements of cell-laden hydrogels using a cone-and-plate rheometer.
- Numerical Simulations
- Run simulations using ANSYS to determine mechanical effects such as shear stress within the bioprinter nozzle.
- Data Acquisition
- Gather and analyze material data of bioinks used in the experiments.
Profil/Qualifikationen
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Experience with rheological equipment and/or simulation software (preferably ANSYS) is highly desirable.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail in data analysis.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
Stellenangebot und Perspektiven
- A valid certificate of study
- For foreign students: valid residence certificate, work permit, registration certificate
The salary is based on the guidelines for student and research assistants.
This position is not gender specific.
The RWTH Aachen University Hospital promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Applications from women are expressly encouraged and if the applicant is suitable qualified, they will be given priority in accordance with the LGG. If suitably qualified, people with a registered disability will also receive priority.
Weekly hours are negotiable.
You should preferably use our digital application portal at www.karriere.ukaachen.de for your application. There you have the option of securing your documents in the electronic application folder to prevent unauthorized access. Applications that reach us by email to: bewerbung@ukaachen.de (this transmission path cannot be as effectively secured) will be transferred to the aforementioned portal and any accompanying documents will be disposed of in accordance with data protection regulations immediately after transfer. After the retention period has expired, the data in the portal will also be deleted. If you do not agree to a transfer to the Application portal your application cannot be considered.
The application deadline for the advertised position GB-P-49027 is October 31st 2024.
For more detailed information please contact Mr. Mert Karpat, M.Sc, Tel.: +49 (0) 241 80 88265, E-Mail: mkarpat@ukaachen.de.
