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Postdoc in Robotic instruments for minimally invasive surgery

The Department of Biomechanical Engineering (Faculty of Engineering Technology) at the University of Twente, The Netherlands has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher within the research area of Robotic Instruments for Minimally Invasive Surgery.

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Key takeaways

  • Hours
    38 hr.
  • Salary indication
    Salary gross/monthly
    based on full-time
    € 4,422 - € 5,760
  • Deadline
    20 Dec 2026

The position is part of the FlexSMART project with the aim of integrating sensing and control within soft/flexible surgical devices for minimally invasive surgery. Recent publications from the FlexSMART project can be found below:

Document 1

Document 2

The project will be conducted within the research facilities of the Department of Biomechanical Engineering. In addition there are excellent opportunities for close collaboration with clinicians, hospitals and international institutions.

Your profile

  • The successful applicant has (or is about to complete) a PhD with a relevant background in mechanical, biomedical, electrical engineering, or in a closely related discipline.
  • The candidate should possess excellent skills and practical experience in one or more of the following research areas: robotics, mechatronics, mechanical design.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with experience in actuation and sensing of soft and flexible robots, or experience with mechatronics for medical applications. An interview will be part of the selection procedure.

Our offer

  • A full-time contract for 12 months (with possibility of extension).
  • A gross salary between € 4422 and € 5760 per month, depending on experience and qualifications;
  • An annual holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, and an annual end of year bonus of 8.3%;
  • An attractive pension scheme;
  • Minimum of 29 leave days in case of full-time employment.
  • Professional and personal development programs;
  • The University of Twente is situated on a green and lively campus with lots of facilities for sports and other extracurricular activities.

Information and application

You can apply for this position through the button ‘APPLY’.

Your application should include the following documents as a *single* PDF file.

Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Venkat Kalpathy Venkiteswaran (v.kalpathyvenkiteswaran@utwente.nl) with “Postdoc Application: FlexSMART” in the subject line.

The (online) interviews will take place early January.

Screening is part of the recruitment procedure.

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Kalpathy Venkiteswaran, V. (Venkat)

Kalpathy Venkiteswaran, V. (Venkat)
Associate Professor

Kalpathy Venkiteswaran, V. (Venkat)
Associate Professor

Do you have questions about this vacancy? Then you can contact Venkat for all substantive questions about this position and the application procedure. For general questions about working for the UT, please refer to the chatbot.

Contact

Phone:+31534897751
Email:v.kalpathyvenkiteswaran@utwente.nl

How to apply

Step 1

Apply.
When you see a vacancy that appeals to you, you can apply online. We ask you to upload a CV and motivation letter and/or list of publications. You will receive a confirmation of receipt by e-mail.

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Step 2

Selection.
The selection committee will review your application and you will receive a response within 2 weeks after the vacancy has been closed.

Step 3

1st interview.
The 1st (online or in person) meeting serves as an introduction where we introduce ourselves to you and you to us. You may be asked to give a short presentation. This will be further explained in the invitation.

Step 4

2nd interview.
In the second interview, we will further discuss the job content, your skills and your talents.

Step 5

The offer.
If the conversations are positive, you will be made a suitable offer. If applicable, we will sign you up for screening.

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