Professor of Active Implants in Graz

Professor of Active Implants TU Graz - Graz University of Technology Graz, Austria Job Description

We are looking for a highly qualified and scientifically proven figure who will represent the field of Biomedical Engineering in research and teaching in an interdisciplinary manner and whose research makes significant contributions to the further development of active implantable medical devices. The focus is on systems that sense, process, and actively modulate physiological functions. In teaching, the professorship will contribute to Bachelor's and PhD-level education in the Biomedical Engineering study program, and to Master's-level studies in Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science and Information & Computer Engineering and be an engaged mentor for our students. The professorship should focus on one or several of the following or related research areas:

open-loop or closed-loop active neural interfaces (neuroprosthetics, bioelectronic medicine, sensors). cardiovascular and electrophysiology implants (e.g. vagus sensing and stimulation, hemodynamic monitoring). smart orthopedic and musculoskeletal implants. next-generation implants for endocrine, gastrointestinal, urological regulation. implantable drug delivery systems. Employment Requirements

A completed doctoral degree (PhD) in a relevant field. A relevant habilitation (venia docendi) or an equivalent qualification. Excellent scientific achievements in areas listed above. Excellent didactic and pedagogical skills. Experience in management and leadership of multi-person research projects. Applicants should have a strong command of the English language, both written and spoken, to be able to effectively represent the field internationally, and they must also be willing to learn German if they do not already know the language.

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