The PhD student works in a EU funded project HAMAM on computer aided diagnosis of breast cancer within a multi-modality framework.
Works within the research group Computer Aided Diagnosis in close collaboration with the Clinical Research group on breast cancer and many international partners

University Graduate
University degree in physics, computer science, biomedical engineering/technology, or a related field, and have computer programming skills.
Experience with image processing and machine learning and pattern recognition is a distinct advantage
Teamplayer
Communicative skills in English, speaking and writing

Additional information about the job:
Research topics are :

- MR image features: quantification (PK modelling), detection
- Ultrasound image analysis: quantification, segmentation, detection
- Pattern recognition: multi-modal diagnosis and detect


The appointment is for a period of 4 years and should lead to a dissertation/PhD degree.

University Medical Centre Nijmegen Radiology

Magnetic resonance (MR) is the major modality for non-invasive research of anatomy, physiology and metabolism in humans and animals. The development and application of novel MR methods for the diagnosis, disease prediction and treatment monitoring of human cancers is a main research focus at our department. The radiology department is one of the leading groups in MR of prostate cancers, with many years of experience in this field.

Employment basis: Temporary for specified period
Duration of the contract: 4 years
Maximum hours per week: 36

Additional conditions of employment:
Salary level 10A: maximal € 2572 gross per month

Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from:

Mr. Dr.ir. H.J. Huisman, scientific researcher
Telephone number: +31 24 3617536

Mr. Dr.ir. N. Karssemeijer, senior lecturer
Telephone number: +31 24 3614548

 
Or additional information can be obtained through one of the following links.

You can apply for this job before 12-08-2008 by sending your application to:

When applying for this job always mention the vacancy number AT 08804.