PhD or PostDoc Position: 3D Printing of Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering Applications
KU Leuven, Belgium
Deadline: September 15, 2015
Project
Additive Manufacturing (AM) is currently regarded as the manufacturing technology of the future, being able to produce complex 3D objects directly from a digital model and addressing optimized use of resources and material, reduced time to market, and possibilities for part-to-part customization. The main objective of this project is to develop a technological platform for the 3D printing of biomaterials, such as hydrogel formulations, for tissue engineering applications. Within the category of direct writing technologies, flow (extrusion) and droplet based techniques will be compared. To be able to have an efficient use of expensive biomaterials, hardware changes may need to be made to existing 3D printing platforms. Special care will also be taken to extend temperature control throughout the process flow for the optimal use of temperature-sensitive biomatierials. The project will also involve the characterization of the mechanical and morphological properties of the printed scaffolds. Finally, biological assays, such as culturing of cells and evaluating cell attachment, viability, and proliferation, will be performed to test the biocompatibility of the materials after processing. The main activities of the project will focus on the deliverables of a national project in collaboration with the University Hospital of Antwerp to develop a bio-artificial cornea.
Profile
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and independent Ph.D. student researcher (4 year position) with:
i* a master's degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, biomedical engineering, engineering technology, or a related domain. * good communication skills (oral and written) in English. * a collaborative attitude and interest in multidisciplinary research. * experience with additive manufacturing/3D printing and/or biomaterials development and characterization.
We will also consider candidates at the postdoctoral level for a 2 year position who meets the above criteria and further has a PhD in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, biomedical engineering, engineering technology, or a related domain and specific expertise in the field of additive manufacturing/3D printing for biomedical applications.
Source:
https://icts.kuleuven.be/apps/jobsit...tures/53392982
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