Dr R Cooper
No more applications being accepted
Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
We are looking for a motivated and talented student to play a critical role in advancing and applying a new generation of wearable brain imaging systems. Our group is a world leader in Diffuse Optical Tomography (DOT): a technique that uses near-infrared light to produce 3D images of brain function. We have recently developed range of wearable DOT technologies that make it possible to image human brain function in almost any environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the translation of a new version of this _technology to the neonatal clinic, to image the brain of newborn infants at risk of cerebral palsy. As a result, this PhD offers an opportunity to learn about, and develop expertise in areas as diverse as biomedical engineering, image acquisition, advanced data analysis, software development, wearable electronics, neuroanatomy and neuropathology. This position will also allow the student to developthe skills required to work successfully in an interdisciplinary team of physicists, engineers and clinicians.
If you have any scientific queries please contact Dr Robert J Cooper: [Email Address Removed]
Person Specification
Applicants must be interested in imaging technologies, particularly as applied to neuroscience and healthcare. They must also have an interest in data analysis, and have the ability to communicate complex ideas to a range of audiences.
Applicants must have a first degree in an appropriate engineering discipline: Physics, Biomedical Engineering or a related subject, passed at a 2:1 level or above. Proficiency in applied mathematics, Matlab or other programming experience are a distinct advantage.
Applications
Please include a covering letter, CV and names of two referees and send to Miss Mohini Nair ([Email Address Removed]), who will also be happy to handle any Informal enquiries.
Closing Date 31 Jul 2018
Latest time for the submission 5pm of applications
Funding Notes
Funding will be for 4 years, with a tax free stipend of £16,777 per year plus UK/EU-level university fees. Outstanding students from outside the EU may apply if they have funding to support international fees.