The purpose of this job is to collaborate with the University of St Andrew's to create computational models to aid in the design and development of polymer catheters. The goal of the project is to design Metal Organic Framework (MOF) loaded catheters that can adjust the release rate of Nitric Oxide (NO) for various medical applications.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher with a strong background in computational modelling and programming, specifically in MATLAB and Python. The ideal candidate will have experience in transforming complex data, such as micro-CT data, into computational models. A key responsibility will involve creating optimization algorithms using surrogate modelling to determine the optimal materials and dimensions for specific polymers and applications.
About the person:
To be considered for this post, candidates should demonstrate the following:
To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.
Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.
What we offer:
Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at Pay, Reward and Benefits | People and Culture | Queen's University Belfast (qub.ac.uk)
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