Netherlands: PhD in Sensors for in vivo Coronary Circulation

Delft University of Technology Electrical Engineering, Mathematics & Computer Science

Delft, (Zuid-Holland), 38 hours per week

Job description
In Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques (stenoses) in coronary arteries leads to a reduction of blood flow to the heart. CAD patients usually suffer from multiple stenoses, making accurate diagnosis a difficult task. The "pressure wire" manufactured by Radi (www.Radi.se), provides a more accurate diagnosis. It is a guide wire with an additional miniature pressure sensor integrated in the tip of the wire. This sensor enables local pressure measurement and is used to assess the severity of an obstruction. More information, especially about the condition of the myriad of capillaries that is being fed by the coronary artery system, can be obtained if the instantaneous blood flow is measured in addition to the blood pressure. The addition of more sensing functions, however, poses severe problems, not only because of the limited space and the extremely small size, but also because of the limited number of electrical connections possible. It is therefore necessary to move the electronics directly to the tip of the guide wire. The aim of this multidisciplinary project is the development of a flexible sensor chip located at the tip of the pressure wire that comprises pressure and flow sensors, signal processing and a wireless power and communications link. The PhD student in this project will work on the design and fabrication of a flexible pressure and flow sensor. The project will built on the CIRCONFLEX flexible IC platform developed by Philips Research. For this particular application the flexibility of this technology will have to be extended by an order of magnitude. The student will work in and around the DIMES clean room facilities (http://ectm.et.tudelft.nl/) and will be supported by experienced clean room staff. The position is situated in a government-funded (STW) project titled "SCoDiS (Smart Coronary Diagnostic Sensors) comprising in total two PhD students. The other PhD position in this project is positioned in the Cardiovascular Biomechanics group of the Department of Biomedical Engineering of the Technical University Eindhoven (http://www.mate.tue.nl/mate/research/index.php/2/5). This PhD student will use mathematical models and computational methods as well as in vitro and ex vivo measurement techniques and experimental set-ups that mimic segments of the cardiovascular circulation to evaluate the sensors to be developed, and to gain insight into how the measurements can be translated into useful clinical diagnoses. The sensor will be designed in close cooperation with the research group in Eindhoven, the guide wire manufacturer Radi, and Philips research to ensure the project's clinical and practical usefulness.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
The candidate has an MSc in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or another relevant discipline. He or she should have affinity with semiconductor technology and experimental work. Knowledge of MEMS, material characterization and/or optical sensors is a plus. The candidate should have a good command of English (written and spoken) and excellent communication skills.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers

Organization
Delft University of Technology
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics & Computer Science
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognized level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

The Laboratory of Electronic Components, Technology and Materials (ECTM) is part of the Department of Microelectronics and Computer Engineering. The laboratory carries out nationally and internationally recognized research and development in the field of silicon technology. The most important application areas currently are silicon device integration, microsystems/MEMS technology, and thin film transistors and solar cells. Extensive information can be found via the ‘Research’ link on this website: http://ectm.et.tudelft.nl.
Date of entry: 28/03/2008

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 2500 - 3000

Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 2558
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: Four years
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
The estimated starting salary for the PhD student is € 2,000 per month gross, with a maximum of € 2,558 gross (based on a full-time appointment and depending on experience). The successful candidate will be employed by Delft University of Technology for a fixed period of 4 years within which he/she is expected to write a doctoral thesis. TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home, and the option of assembling a customized compensation and benefits package (the 'IKA'). Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. For more information about this position, please contact Prof. R. Dekker, phone: 31 (0)15-2781252, e-mail: r.dekker@tudelft.nl. To apply, please e-mail a detailed CV along with a letter of application by May 31, 2008 to Mrs. M. Roozenburg, m.roozenburg@dimes.tudelft.nl. When applying for this position, make sure to mention vacancy number EWI2008-14. TU Delft is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

R. Dekker
Telephone number: 31 (0)15-2781252
E-mail address: r.dekker@tudelft.nl

Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.tudelft.nl)
• Technische Universiteit Delft (http://www.tudelft.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 31-05-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Mrs. M. Roozenburg/MCE
E-mail: m.roozenburg@dimes.tudelft.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber EWI2008-14.

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Netherlands: Two PhDs in Computational Materials Science

Delft University of Technology Mechanical, Maritime & Materials Engineering

Delft, (Zuid-Holland), 38 hours per week

Job description
At the Virtual Materials Laboratory, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Delft University of Technology, two positions are open for ambitious PhD students in Computational Materials Science and Engineering. Both positions are part of larger research teams spread over various universities throughout The Netherlands. In these teams, PhD students cooperate with each other and with senior scientists to tackle two challenging problems in Materials Science, using advanced computational methods covering length scales from Ångströms to centimeters. The two PhD students at the Virtual Materials Laboratory in Delft will be concerned with the atomic scale, employing Moleclar Dynamics, Monte Carlo, and related computational techniques. The research will be supervised by Prof. Barend Thijsse and Dr. Lucia Nicola. Position 1: Multiscale metallic interface modeling Metallic interfaces, such as grain boundaries, phase boundaries, and metallization layers, play a dominant role in determining the strength, reliability, and life time properties of materials in devices and constructions. Nevertheless, the current modeling of metal interfaces is still rather rudimentary, being at best limited to standard anisotropy boundaries and cohesive zones. These models describe debonding, but they neglect the critical interaction between plasticity and interfaces. This interaction takes place at the level of individual dislocations that can be accumulated, transmitted, absorbed, or nucleated at the interfaces. A better insight and quantification of these mechanisms can only be gained through detailed analysis of these processes across length scales: from the atomistic level via the level of discrete dislocations to the continuum interface level — coupled by means of proper scale transitions. This research program involves three PhD students, at the universities of Delft, Groningen, and Eindhoven. Associated companies are Corus, NXP, and Philips. Position 2: Simulation of multimaterial adhesion Multimaterial adhesion is an important topic, both from a scientific and from an application point of view, especially in advanced microelectronics devices. In this research program a multiscale simulation approach will be undertaken. The focus is on metal-polymer interfaces, although the inevitable oxidation of most metals renders them in many cases similar to inorganic-polymer interfaces. The environmental influence will be studied at the micro-, meso-, and macro-scales, aiming at an advanced understanding of the kinetic factors such as temperature, time and, in particular, humidity. To this purpose the full range of techniques from molecular dynamics via dissipative particle dynamics to continuum mechanics will be used, in addition to experimental validation. This research program involves four PhD students, two each at the universities of Delft and Eindhoven. Major associated companies are TNO, NXP, and Philips.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
For both positions we are looking for MSc graduates in materials science, physics, chemistry, or mechanical engineering, with a good background in applied solid state science. Programming experience is required. Experience in molecular dynamics and affinity with computer modeling are strong plus points. The successful candidate should have a good fluency in spoken and written English.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers

Organization
Delft University of Technology
Mechanical, Maritime & Materials Engineering
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognized level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.
Date of entry: 31/03/2008

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 1500 - 2000

Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 2000
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: Four years
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
In the Virtual Materials Lab, we aim for excellence in computational science. The PhD students will work in an inspiring atmosphere together with other PhD students, Postdocs, and senior staff. If successful, the research will lead to a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at TU Delft. The annual salary starts at € 2000 gross in the first year and increases to € 2558 gross in the 4th year. TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home, and the option of assembling a customized compensation and benefits package (the 'IKA'). Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.Contact Prof. Barend Thijsse (B.J.Thijsse@tudelft.nl) for more information. Send your application and resume to Application-3mE@tudelft.nl. When applying for this position, make sure to mention vacancy number 3mE08.14. Selected candidates will first be interviewed by phone before being elected for a visit to Delft. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

Prof. Barend Thijsse
E-mail address: B.J.Thijsse@tudelft.nl

Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.tudelft.nl)
• Technische Universiteit Delft (http://www.tudelft.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 05-05-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

A. Timmermans/HRM
E-mail: Application-3mE@tudelft.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber 3ME08.14.

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Netherlands: 4 Fully paid PhD positions

VU University Amsterdam Faculty of Economics and Business Administration

4 Fully paid PhD positions in Business Administration and /or Operations Research f/m
Amsterdam, 1081 HV (Noord-Holland), hours per week

Job description
Function title: 4 Fully paid PhD positions
Information
Candidates may select one of the available research themes or submit their own research proposal (www.feweb.vu.nl/project_themes). PhD students can rely on the intensive supervision and the extensive training offered by the faculty’s leading researchers in the field. The Faculty offers opportunities to attend conferences, to meet other international researchers and to participate in high-quality discussion groups in support of publications. The prospects for the Faculty's doctoral graduates on the labour market are excellent, both inside and outside the academic world.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
Applicants should have a MSc or MPhil with good grades in Economics, Business Administration, Operations Research, Sociology, or a related discipline, depending also on the topic of the research project. We expect candidates to show a proactive research orientation and to be proficient in written and spoken English. A GMAT/GRE test is required from all the applicants.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Post-doctorates(Scientific discipline: Economics)

Organization
VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, has been a renowned cultural, scientific and commercial centre for many centuries. It was here, in 1880, that the VU University Amsterdam first opened its doors to students. VU stands for 'Vrije Universiteit', which means 'Free University'. Here, 'free' refers to freedom of state and church interference. Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam was established in 1880 by orthodox protestants. Nowadays it aims to be inspiring, innovative and involved.

Throughout the past century, the university has continued to expand. It now comprises twelve faculties and has teaching facilities for 18,000 students.

Click here for an overview of faculties and institutes: http://www.english.vu.nl/About_the_VU/

The university campus and university hospital are situated in the south-western part of Amsterdam, one of the most dynamic and fast-growing business districts in the Netherlands. The international airport of Schiphol-Amsterdam is 10 kilometres away, just 8 minutes by train. With more than fifty undergraduate (or bachelor’s) programmes and almost a hundred postgraduate (or master’s) programmes, the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers a wide choice of study options. The programmes are of a high quality, the atmosphere is very conducive to study, and the teaching staff is easily accessible.

Conditions of employment
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: temporary
Additional conditions of employment:
Further details
A contract of employment is offered, initially for a period of 12 months, extendable to four years upon a positive evaluation. More information about our fringe benefits you can find on:www.vu.nl/vacatures.

Salary
The salary is based on the salary scales for academic staff. The salary in the first year amounts to
€ 2.000,- gross per month, increasing to € 2.558,- gross per month in the fourth year, based on a full-time employment.

Additional Information
Additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.vu.nl)
• About the department (http://www.feweb.vu.nl/)
• About the function (http://www.vu.nl/vacatures)

Application
You can apply for this job before 30-04-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

VU University Amsterdam
Faculty of Economics and Business Admin.
Drs.F.A.M. Snijders
De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV Amsterdam
The Netherlands
E-mail: vacature@feweb.vu.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber 1.2008.00065.

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Nertherlands: PhD Researcher Materials innovation institute M2i

(Zuid-Holland), hours per week

Job description
The general aim of this project is to gain a better understanding of contact and friction behavior of rough surfaces with (sub-)micron scale asperities.

The friction force to slide a body relative to another is the product of true contact area between asperities and friction stress. The true contact evolves during the plastic deformation of the asperities, which takes place even under light loading. The friction stress is the outcome of the competition between loss of adhesion between asperities and plastic shearing of asperities. The aim of rough surface modeling is to predict the evolution of the area of contact during loading, the contact pressure and residual stresses as well as friction stress.

There is increasing experimental evidence to suggest that classical theories do not accurately model rough surface contact. The discrepancy between classical predictions and experimental findings is primarily a consequence of size effects in plasticity. When the size of the contacts is comparable to the dislocation source spacing, the discrete nature of plastic flow cannot be neglected. Therefore this research focuses on the discrete nature of plastic flow by using discrete dislocation plasticity simulations. These simulations will enable us to compute the stress state and the deformation under and in the vicinity of the contacts. Prediction of asperity deformation during flattening is crucial in determining the true contact area as well as the friction stress.

Requirements
Required education/skills:We seek candidates with a master degree in mechanical engineering, physics, materials science or a related field. A good computational background is preferred and an interest in modeling the mechanical behavior of materials is required. The candidate will have the opportunity to undertake a short training period at Corus with the objective of carrying out project tasks and transfer knowledge.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers(Scientific discipline: Engineering)

Organization
Materials innovation institute M2i

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 2000 - 2500
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 years

Additional Information
Additional information can be obtained through the following link:

• About the organization (http://www.m2i.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 31-07-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Postbus 5008
2600 GA Delft

E-mail: hrm@m2i.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber MC2.06282.

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Netherlands: Researchers (PhD candidate/Postdoc) Theology and Humanities

Radboud University Nijmegen Faculty of Religious Studies

Nijmegen, (Gelderland), 60 hours per week

Job description
The positions involve two different research projects that are both part of the research programme 'Evil, Modernity and the Making of Tradition: Reflecting the Shoah':

• Project 1: 'Suffering and Memory. Revisiting the Modern Discourse on Theodicy after the Shoah';
• Project 2: 'Modernity and the Shoah. Reconsidering a Relation'.

These research projects can be carried out by either a PhD candidate or a postdoc. As a PhD candidate your main task will consist of preparing a doctoral thesis on the chosen subject. In addition to conducting research for your thesis, you will carry out other supportive tasks in the context of the Heyendaal research programme according to a mutually agreed training and supervision plan. As a postdoctoral researcher you will conduct result-oriented research on the chosen subject according to a mutual agreement. In addition to conducting project-based research, you will initiate and acquire subsidies (indirect government and external funding). Through these and other research activities, you will be contributing to the development of scientific knowledge and insights in the context of the Heyendaal research programme. Applicants are requested to submit their own proposals for further development of the chosen research project. Descriptions of the research projects are available on request from Prof. G. Essen.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
Additional job requirements for PhD candidates: You have recently obtained a Master’s degree in theology, religious studies, philosophy or arts. You are able to prepare a doctoral thesis on theory of religion and culture or on systematic theology. The subject matter requires an excellent command of English and German. Candidates who are about to receive their Master’s degrees may also apply. Additional job requirements for postdocs: You have a PhD degree in theology, religious studies or philosophy or arts. You have sufficient and proven expertise in the field to be explored by the intended research project. The subject matter requires an excellent command of English and German. You should also have publications to your name in the field of research covered by the project. You have experience in drawing up research proposals for indirect government and external funding.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Teaching & Research(Scientific discipline: Behaviour and Society)

Organization
Radboud University Nijmegen
Faculty of Religious Studies
Strategically located in Europe, Radboud University Nijmegen is one of the leading academic communities in the Netherlands. A place with a personal touch, where top-flight education and research take place on a beautiful green campus in modern buildings with state-of-art facilities.

Together with the research programme entitled 'The Problem of Divine and Human Agency in a Scientific Worldview', the research programme 'Evil, Modernity and the Making of Tradition: Reflecting the Shoah' is part of the Heyendaal research programme, in which interdisciplinary research is being conducted on the intersection of theology and other scientific disciplines. This research contributes to clarifying the roles and significance of theology and the other disciplines vis-à-vis each other and in contemporary culture. The Heyendaal programme is subdivided into two main fields of research: “theology and humanities” and “theology and natural sciences”. It is part of the Research Institute for Religious Studies and Theology, the research institute of the Faculty of Religious Studies and the Faculty of Theology. The successful candidates will be working in the group associated with the chair of theory of religion and culture (chair holder: Prof. Dr. G. Essen).
Date of entry: 20/03/2008

Conditions of employment
Maximum salary amount in Euro's a month 4.284
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract:
Maximum hours per week: 60
Additional conditions of employment:
The term of the contract will depend on the commencement date, but will not extend beyond January 1st, 2012. In accordance with university policy, PhD candidates will in principle be offered an employment contract for 18 months. Upon positive assessment, the contract will be renewed for the intended term. The university has a total of 1.5 FTEs available for these positions. The postdoctoral position will involve a 0.5 FTE part-time appointment; the PhD candidate will be employed full-time.

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

Prof. Dr. G. Essen
Telephone number: 31-24-3611461
E-mail address: G.Essen@rs.ru.nl

Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.ru.nl)
• About the department (http://www.ru.nl/religiewetenschappen)
• About the function (http://www.ru.nl/religiewetenschappen)
• Radboud University Nijmegen (http://www.ru.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 24-04-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Faculteit der Religiewetenschappen
Radboud University Nijmegen, Dienst P en O, PMO
Postbus 7005, 6503 GM Nijmegen

E-mail: vacatures@dpo.ru.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber 21.02.08.

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Netherlands: PhD Researcher Netherlands Institute for Metals Research NIMR

Delft, 2628 CD (Zuid-Holland), 40 hours per week

Job description
Modeling of texture change recrystallisation of low-carbon steel sheet
Texture control in steel sheet manufacturing has been particularly for ulta-low carbon grades ( e.g. IF-steels) for deep drawing applications. In spite of such a remarkable suuess in terms of product development there are still crucial knowledge gaps with respect to our understanding of the development of recrystallisation textures in low-carbon steels. As yet a satisfactory recrystallisation texture model which can provide reasonable predictions of texture related material properties (such as anisotropy of strength or formability) remains unavailable. It is aimed in the present project to develop a more accurate and physically based recrystallisation model by incorporating the recent progress that has been achieved in crystal plasticity models that are used for simulating the deformaion textures of rolled sheet. Such a model will allow providing a more reliable basis for product development of steel sheets with texure dependent properties.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate
The position is open to candidates who recently obtained a M.Sc. degree in Materials engineering, Applied Physics or Mechanical engineering. Candidates who are familar with quantitative texture analysis and who demonstrate basic acquaintance with the fundamentals of crystal plasticity theory are favoured.
Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers(Scientific discipline: Engineering)

Organization
Netherlands Institute for Metals Research NIMR

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 2000 - 2500
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 years
Maximum hours per week: 40

Additional Information
Additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.m2i.nl)
• About the function (http://www.m2i.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 31-07-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

M2i
Mekelweg

Postbus 5008
2600 GA Delft
The Netherlands
E-mail: hrm@m2i.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber MC5.07294.

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Netherlands: PhD Position in Accounting

University of Amsterdam

(Noord-Holland), 38 hours per week

Job description
The project is entitled: Conceptualising non-governmental organisation (NGO) accounting and accountability in context

Many NGOs are struggling with the issue of their accounting and accountability. They often face conflicting and complex pressures to embrace different accounting and accountability forms aimed at addressing multiple stakeholder needs. While accountability as a concept has a chameleon-like character, prior research in NGO contexts has examined conceptions of hierarchical and holistic accountability. Less tangible socialising forms of accountability have received less attention. This study seeks to 1. enhance and deepen our understanding of how conceptions of accountability are perceived and enacted in international NGO settings and 2. deepen our understanding of how these manifestations of accountability impact on responsibilities to NGO missions. The study will take a case based research approach combining multiple methods of investigation within several international NGOs. It calls for a broad range of research methods skills, competence in research liaison with organizations, as well as excellent external presentation skills.

Requirements
Required education/skills:

• Master's (MSc) in the area of accounting with excellent examination results in both course work and the MSc thesis component
• Interest and experience in field research (for example, in the MSc thesis), especially studies focusing on organisations
• Demonstrated Mastery of both written and spoken English
• Conviction to complete the requirements toward a PhD degree within four years

Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers(Scientific discipline: Economics)

Organization
University of Amsterdam
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is a university with an internationally acclaimed profile, located at the heart of the Dutch capital. As well as a world center for business and research, Amsterdam is a hub of cultural and media activities. The University of Amsterdam is a member of the League of European Research Universities.

The Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) at the Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA) provides academic courses in accounting, finance, management, marketing, economics, and econometrics. It also conducts international research in these areas. The Amsterdam Business School and the Amsterdam School of Economics form part of the FEB.

Conditions of employment
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: see below
Maximum hours per week: 38
Additional conditions of employment:
The appointment will initially be for 18 months, to be extended to a total of 4 years upon excellent performance (an evaluation will be held after 14 months). The salary will be in accordance with the University regulations for academic personnel, and will range from € 2,000 (first year) up to a maximum of € 2,558 (final year) gross per month. The collective employment agreement of the Dutch universities will be applicable. The PhD thesis should be finalised within four years. In this period, the candidate will also be expected to do some teaching (20% of the time).

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

Prof. Dr Brendan O'Dwyer
Telephone number: 31 (0)20 525 4260
E-mail address: b.g.d.odwyer@uva.nl

Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links:

• About the organization (http://www.uva.nl/start.cfm/la=en/th=main)
• About the department (http://www.abs.uva.nl/abshome/home.cfm)
• About the function (http://www.uva.nl/vacatures/vacatures.cfm/14D4E281-1321-B0BE-A4DAE99AA980BA6C)
• Accounting Section (http://www.abs.uva.nl/accounting/home.cfm)

Application
You can apply for this job before 09-05-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Roetersstraat 11
1018 WB Amsterdam

E-mail: applications-feb@uva.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber AT 08-5012.

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Nertherlands: Two PhDs in Philosophy and Techn. working on Evolutionary Foundations of Techn.

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven Department of Technology Management

Eindhoven, (Noord-Brabant), 40 hours per week

Job description

The PhDs will work on one of the following projects:

1. "Evolutionary Electronics as a Trade Zone" (vac.no. V39.439-1)

In (electrical) engineering, researchers have recently started to develop "evolutionary" design processes, imitating natural selection and the development of organisms. Typically, these efforts are described in terms of metaphors or analogies. In practice, natural evolution seems to play more than a mere heuristic role and, in fact, biologists are keenly interested in what they regard as simulations or even experimental evolutionary biology. In the project, the ongoing and deepening interaction between engineering and biology is examined. A conceptual analysis of common terminology for describing this interaction ("metaphor", "analogy", "imitation", "simulation") is provided. On a more descriptive level, the interaction will be analyzed with Peter Galison"s notion of a "trade zone". Close co-operation with researchers active in evolutionary electronics is foreseen.

This research project is part of the VIDI program Darwinism in the Man-Made World: Integrating Intention and Evolution, sponsored by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO), and coordinated by dr. Wybo Houkes.

2. "Evolution, Cognitive Artifacts and Extended Minds" (vac.no. V39.439-2)

The hypothesis of the extended mind proposes that objects of the external environ¬ment are used by the human mind in such a way that it is useful to treat them as extensions of the mind itself. Of special interest are cognitive artifacts, i.e. external objects that aid, enhance, replace or improve the brain’s cognitive performance (such as electronic agenda’s, calculators, GPS’s, scientific instruments, computers, search engines on the internet). The aim of the project is to examine whether the hypothesis of the extended mind can be used to construct an evolutionary account of cognitive artifacts. Specifically, the project aims at providing, within the extended mind framework, (i) evolutionary explanations of the history of cognitive artifacts, and (ii) evolutionary theories of the functions of these artifacts.

This research project is part of the program Things That Make Us Smart: Cognitive Artifacts and Extended Minds, sponsored by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO), and coordinated by prof.dr.ir. Anthonie Meijers.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate

The PhD student is expected to do both supervised and unsupervised research, write a PhD thesis and research papers on philosophical issues regarding technology, and to participate in the PhD program of the Dutch-Flemish Network for Philosophy of Science and Technology. A small part of the work will involve teaching, in courses offered by the Philosophy section.

Qualifications:

• Your prior studies and current interests prepare you to do research on and write a thesis on philosophical issues related to technology.
• In particular, you have a degree in philosophy. Preferred areas of expertise include philosophy of biology, philosophy of technology, philosophy of mind, and/or epistemology. For V39.439-1a proven interest in engineering is a strong recommendation.
• You aspire to further academic development, you possess excellent analytical skills and you know how to make contact outside your immediate working environment (including internationally).
• You must have sufficient knowledge of the English language, proved by an IELTS certificate with a minimum score of 7. Knowledge of Dutch is not (initially) required.

Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers

Organization
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
Department of Technology Management

The Department of Technology Management (TM) is a leading school in the area of industrial engineering and management science as well as innovation sciences. TM"s mission is closely tied to its pioneering work in developing an engineering perspective on business processes as well as its interdisciplinary research on transitions in societies in relation to technical changes. At the heart of our academic philosophy is the synergy between research and teaching. Moreover, TM is a decidedly small-scale department in which scholars and students together with practitioners work on critical problems at the interface of engineering, management, innovation, and human behavior. TM offers two BSc and four MSc programmes and contributes to several other educational programmes of the TU/e.

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 2500 - 3000
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 jaar
Maximum hours per week: 40

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

prof.dr.ir. A.W.M. Meijers
Telephone number: 31(0)402472026

Or ir. M.E.M. Roelands
Telephone number: 31(0)402474886
E-mail address: pz@tue.nl

Or additional information can be obtained through the following link:

• About the organization (http://www.tue.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 26-04-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
Paviljoen R 1.23
Personnel Department
Postbus 513
5600 MB Eindhoven
Nederland
E-mail: pz@tue.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber V39.439.

Further Details

Netherlands: PDEng User System Interaction

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven Department of Industrial Design

Eindhoven, (Noord-Brabant), 40 hours per week

Job description
Course work
The program starts with fourteen months of multidisciplinary course work. The course work is structured into modules of two weeks in which topics from different disciplines are taught, e.g. user experience, interaction technologies, user research methodologies, user interface system technologies and understanding user needs. This part of the curriculum includes interactive workshops, working lectures, practical training, individual and group assignments, self-study, experiment set-ups and laboratory work for design and evaluation. Furthermore, professional development courses are an important part of the curriculum.

In the last part of the regular curriculum students work in small project teams on a design case, in which they apply their knowledge and skills to a concrete problem from a project outside the USI program.

Project
In the second part of the program students work nine months as independent professionals on a large project assignment in industry. These projects are defined and conducted on demand in companies or institutions. They are supervised by coaches from the host organization and the university.

Career perspective
USIs are trained in user-centered design methodologies.They focus on preventing user problems and are equipped with knowledge to come up with solutions that support users at work or at home with their information, communication and entertainment activities. In short, the USI designer"s field of work is the design and development
trajectory of user system interactions for new products, services, and systems. With this background, such designers become part of multidisciplinary design teams within industry, business services, or government institutions.
Examples of positions: usability engineer, usability consultant, human factors engineer, information architect, customer insight specialist etc.

Requirements
Required education/skills:University Graduate

The User System Interaction Program (USI) is for people who

• want to improve the interaction between people and systems
• desire to make technology truly accessible and beneficial for people
• are interested in technological development and its impact on people
• like to work in multidisciplinary teams in an international ambiance with colleagues from all over the world
• like to be at the forefront of enabling technologies and want to exploit these technologies from the perspective of the end-users
• are challenged by engineering problems and real-world constraints.

The User System Interaction program is open to graduates with a Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, behavioural sciences or industrial design. Practical experience is an asset.

Job type: Research / Advising
Workfield(s):
- Research trainees, non-tenured lecturers, researchers

Organization
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
Department of Industrial Design

The Department of Industrial Design (ID) of the Technische Universiteit Eindhoven (TU/e), founded in 2001, is a rapidly growing department. The department consists of over 500 students at the bachelor, master and PhD level in addition to around 100 staff members. ID focuses on intelligent products, services and networks. These innovative products enable people to interact with the environment in an optimal and flexible way.

Conditions of employment
Estimated maximum salary per month: eur 1500 - 2000
Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 2 years
Maximum hours per week: 40

Additional Information
Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

User System Interaction office
Telephone number: 31(0)402475230

Or additional information can be obtained through the following link:

• About the organization (http://www.tue.nl)

Application
You can apply for this job before 30-04-2008 (dd-mm-yyyy) by sending your application to:

Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
IPO 0.17
USI Application Office
Postbus 513
5600 MB Eindhoven
Nederland
E-mail: application.usi@tue.nl

When applying for this job always mention the vacancynumber V51.057.

Further Details

UK: University of Bristol PhD Fellowship in Robotic Rehabilitation for Restoration of Hand Motor Function

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Summary
The Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) (a partnership between the University of Bristol and the University of West England (UWE)), is seeking to fill a 3 year doctoral fellowship in rehabilitation robotics. The researcher will work in the area of biorobotics and adaptive control with the focus on rehabilitation of hand motor function after neurological damage.

Project Scope
Robotic devices designed to support the reacquisition of motor control for the upper extremities have received significant attention in recent years. In their current state, however, existing devices tend to be too bulky to be used outside the Occupational or Physiotherapy department or clinic, cannot fully synergize muscle learning with powered assist, have trouble adjusting to changing patient capacity in real-time, and need to support neural rehabilitation as a part of activities of daily living.

The Bristol Robotics Laboratory, as a part of ongoing efforts aimed at surmounting these issues, is sponsoring a three-year doctoral research fellowship in upper limb rehabilitation robotics. The project will explore issues related to robotic rehabilitation for hand motor (grasping) function in patients suffering from neurological disorders. Topics to be explored include: biomechanical robot design, compliant (muscle-like) actuation for robotic rehabilitation mechanisms, adaptive control architectures to adjust to patient learning, and robot autonomy for use outside of controlled (hospital/therapist) environs.

Applicant Requirements
The recipient of the fellowship will complete a doctorate within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol, with support from the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences in University of the West of England. The ideal candidate will meet all entrance requirements for the doctoral program in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol and have a background in mechanical design and control systems (mechatronics). The candidate should also have a strong interest in robotics and bioengineering. Preference will be given to applicants with some experience or exposure to biologically inspired robotics and/or physiotherapy/neural rehabilitation. Opportunities for continued postdoctoral research at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory also exist at the close of the appointment period.

Position Terms
This is a fixed term post available for 3 years. The position includes bursary of approximately £12,000 per annum plus all tuition fees. The position start date is expected to be Oct 2008. All research in the program will be carried out at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, located in the Frenchay Business Park, Bristol, UK. General information about the hosting laboratory can be found at: http://www.brl.ac.uk.

Application Procedures
Applications will be processed by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol. Relevant application materials for doctoral students may be found on the department website. Interested applicants, however, are very strongly urged to initiate informal inquiries prior to submitting a departmental application.

Informal Inquiries
Candidates are highly encouraged to initiate informal discussions in relation to the posting. Please contact: Ravi Vaidyanathan, Lecturer in Biodynamics, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bristol, E-mail: R.Vaidyanathan@bristol.ac.uk, Phone: +44 (0) 117 331 8266

Institution
The University of Bristol ranks among the top 10 research-led universities in the UK and is committed to fostering innovative collaborative research. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol is recognized by academic peers, by students, and by employers, as one of the foremost centres of mechanical engineering education and research in the UK. It has one of the most active and extensive research profiles in the University and maintains status as one of the top-ranking mechanical engineering departments in the UK, achieving a grade 5A in the last nationwide Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). The Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) is a newly established robotics research facility (currently the largest in the UK), created from a partnership between the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England. BRL has brought together a wide spectrum of expertise making the new laboratory a leading centre for multi-disciplinary robotics research in the UK, including neuroscience, psychology, material science, microbiology as well as computer science and engineering.

The closing date for applications is 10th June 2008.

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