PhD position High-Resolution Molecular Tumour Imaging

Job description

Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) can discover tumours and characterise cell properties using specific radio-labeled molecules (‘tracers’). In a new project, our group will realise a novel SPECT scanner for imaging breast tumours with unprecedented spatial resolution. Such a scanner can image tumours in much more detail than is currently possible and may therefore improve diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The new scanner is expected to reach very high resolutions because it will be based on novel focusing multi-pinhole collimators and advanced reconstruction scanning modes. The candidate is expected to develop models, simulators and reconstruction methods to predict the performance of different system geometries. He/she will also deal with sampling problems that may occur in these new geometries and will participate in experimentally testing systems that result from this project.

Requirements

The applicant should have a master’s degree in physics, mathematics or engineering. An affinity for computer simulations and modelling is highly preferred. The candidate will work in a highly multi-disciplinary team. Good communication skills and an excellent command of English, both written and spoken, are important.

Conditions of employment

TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high-speed Internet access from home (with a contract of two years or longer), and the option of assembling a customised compensation and benefits package. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. Delft University of Technology strives to increase the number of women in higher academic positions; women are therefore especially encouraged to apply.


For more information about this position, please contact Dr. Marlies Goorden, phone: +31 (0)15-2786007, e-mail: m.c.goorden@tudelft.nl. To apply, please e-mail a detailed CV along with a letter of application by 10 December 2012 to Thea Miedema, T.Miedema@tudelft.nl.
When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number TNWRRR12-052.

Contract type: Temporary, 4 years

Organisation

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised 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.

Department

Applied Sciences

Radiation is the unifying research theme of the Department of Radiation, Radionuclides and Reactors (www.rrr.tudelft.nl). The focus of our research is on energy and health. However varied our interests, whether they be materials, sensors and instrumentation, energy and sustainable production or health, all our research is related in some way to radiation.      
The Radiation, Detection and Medical Imaging (RD&M) section conducts research on:
• Biomedical Imaging Systems (e.g. PET, SPECT, CT and hybrid imaging systems).
• Tomographic image reconstruction, modelling and simulation of imaging systems.
• Gamma-ray detectors for biomedical imaging.
• Image-guided radiation therapy.

Additional information

Marlies Goorden
+31 (0)15-2786007
m.c.goorden@tudelft.nl

Technische Universiteit Delft