Scientific Assistant Biomechanical Engineering 100 %
Key information
- Publication date:14 May 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Temporary
- Language:English (Fluent), German (Intermediate)
- Place of work:Winterthur
School:
School of Engineering
Starting date:
1.7.2025
Your role
- Programming of a 6-DOF industrial robot (Kuka KR 150 R2700 EXTRA).
- Carrying out experimental, robot-based in vitro tests to evaluate a new surgical method for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
- Development of finite element models of the interaction between cruciate ligament reconstruction, implant and bone.
Your profile
- University Master's degree, in the field of biomechanics, mechanical engineering, mechatronics or a related field of study.
- Independent way of working
- Knowledge and enthusiasm for programming robots
- Advanced knowledge in FEM modelling
- Knowledge of Matlab and CAD
- Interest in deep learning frameworks
This is what we stand for
Zurich University of Applied Sciences ZHAW is one of Switzerland's largest multidisciplinary universities of applied sciences, with over 14'000 students and 3'400 faculty and staff.
Structures, subjected to high mechanical stress, are the core of research and development activities at the Institute of Mechanical Systems (IMES). Starting from light and optimized assemblies in vehicle design or from the general machine industry, moving to muscles, tendons and bones of the human body, or even in the form of additively manufactured machine parts.
The Biomechanical Engineering Group (BME) deals with the design and testing of medical devices, especially implants and prostheses (Surgical Technologies), develops novel therapies and devices for patients (Rehabilitation Engineering) and is active in the field of mechanics of soft biological tissues and biomedical materials (Soft Tissue Biomechanics).
The BME group consists of a young and interdisciplinary team and is looking for you from 1.7.2025 to drive the applied research of tomorrow.
What you can expect
We offer working conditions and terms of employment commensurate with higher education institutions and actively promote personal development for staff in leadership and non-leadership positions. A detailed description of advantages and benefits can be found at Working at the ZHAW . The main points are listed below:
Contact
Dr. Michaela Nusser
Deputy Head of Biomechanical Engineering Group, IMES
Yeliz Sevinc
Recruiting Manager
