IT’IS, together with its partner organizations Schmid & Partner Engineering AG (SPEAG), ZMT Zurich MedTech AG (ZMT), and TI Solutions AG (TI Solutions), form the Zurich43 alliance. Z43’s dedicated mission is to expand the knowledge and technology for (i) characterization, optimization, and application of the electromagnetic (EM) near-field, (ii) predictive modeling of interactions between physical agents and physiology in complex anatomies, and (iii) medical applications. We are looking to strengthen our biophysical modeling group and have opened several positions.
Your challenges:
Develop a deep understanding of the biophysics underlying temporal interference stimulation (TIS)1, and the state of the art in research and (clinical) applications in this area
Assist in the construction and simulation of detailed biophysical models of TIS in the brain and central nervous system, including tissue geometry/properties, electrode configurations, EM field propagation and dosimetry
Support the ongoing development of specialized software for the planning and optimizing TIS in humans
Support research activities to identify appropriate exposure metrics for successful TIS/neuromodulation
Additional peripheral activities, e.g., cloud integration of TIS planning and optimization tools, consideration of various aspects of the user interface and user experience, support for tool users
Clear communication of methods and results to (internal) team members and (external) clients
Your strengths:
University degree (Master or PhD) in (bio)physics, mathematics, medical physics, or biomedical engineering
Advanced programming competence (Python, C++, Matlab)
Working knowledge of Docker, HTML, front- and back-end development experience is a plus
Experience with computational modeling software (e.g., Sim4Life, COMSOL, Ansys)
Strong sense of responsibility and commitment to the highest quality standard of work
Self-motivation, good organizational and communication skills, impeccable attention to detail, friendly personality, and team-spirit
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, to work independently in a fast-paced setting, and to meet tight deadlines
Commitment to effectively respond to the needs of partners and customers
Proficiency in English (both written and spoken), ability to communicate in German is a plus
Our offer:
Vibrant, multicultural, and innovative work environment that drives key technologies and fosters diversity and inclusion
State-of-the-art laboratories, high-performance computing clusters, and production facilities
Creative mix of global talents that span the fields of physics, electronics, mathematics, biology and more, striving for excellence and high ethical standards
Flexible working hours at a workplace in the heart of Zurich
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Direct applications are preferred; applications submitted via recruitment agencies are discouraged. Please note that incomplete applications will be disregarded.
Please send your application documents (in English) consisting of motivational letter, tailored CV (max 2 pages), diplomas, transcripts (with grades), work certificates and/or reference letters (if available) to:
Zurich43, Charlotte Roberts, Zeughausstrasse 43, 8004 Zurich, Switzerland, Phone: +41 44 245 96 96,
[email protected]
Informal inquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr. Esra Neufeld.
1 Grossman, N. et al., Noninvasive Deep Brain Stimulation via Temporally Interfering Electric Fields. Cell 169, 1029-1041.e16 (2017).