2 PhD Fellowships in AI Inspired Molecular Communications Technology to Treat Infectious Diseases

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The Section for Medical ICT Research at the Oslo University Hospital has 2 fulltime PhD Research Fellows (http://www.ivs.no). This fellowship belongs to “research on bio-nano things for human health -- aiming to develop biodrugs”. The PhD projects involve a cross-disciplinary supervisory team from Department of Electronic Systems (IES), the Norwegian University of Science and Technology and Oslo University Hospital in addition to two international research groups. The PhD positions will be with Prof. Balasingham's lab - http://www.balasingham.com

Arbeidsoppgaver

Communicable diseases remain a major global public health threat worldwide. A timely example is the COVID-19 pandemic, which has brought the world to an unprecedented standstill, with more than millions confirmed infected and hundred thousands lives lost This crisis motivates the quest for new approaches to monitor and treat viruses with high spread potential, to rapidly and efficiently silence them. Here we propose a tool capable of rapidly testing the effect of new viruses in human tissues and of providing rapid response to viral agents.

Our project will develop a technology platform where engineered cell-structures, known as bio-nanomachines, can be controlled by radio frequency (RF) signals to release, control, navigate and uptake therapeutic molecules to silence viral infections. These therapeutic molecules, miRNAs, carried by exosomes, can silence cells infected by virus.

PhD Project 1 is on "Artificial intelligence-driven externally controllable radio frequency system" to advance by breakthrough RF-antennas targeting dielectric properties of cells and cell culture media with bio-nanomachines with disruptive modes of beamforming, spatial, temporal, and frequency diversity, antennas in an array and functional nanoparticles used as active low-frequency nanoantennas.

PhD Project 2 is "Artificial intelligence inspired molecular communications" is to predict behaviour of viral propagation. This prediction will be integrated with molecular communication simulation tools, which will integrate biophysical and statistical mechanic properties of the virus.

Kvalifikasjoner

Prerequisites: MSc in electrical engineering with course credits in information- and communication theory, signal processing, communication networks, and stochastic modeling and optimization. MSc in biophysics with solid course background in information- and communication theory, signal processing, communication networks, and stochastic modeling and optimization are welcome to apply for the position.

Personlige egenskaper

We seek a highly-motivated individual holding a master’s degree in signal processing, wireless communication, electromagnetics, information theory, biophysics, applied mathematics, or other relevant disciplines. A strong mathematical background and a research-oriented master thesis within one of these areas is expected. Further, the applicant must have experience with programming and willing to learn new topics like nanoscale molecular communications using optical and quantum theories. Publication activities in the aforementioned disciplines will be considered an advantage. Motivation for fundamental scientific research of practical relevance is essential. The candidate is expected to deliver min 3 journal articles within the duration of the project. The applicant should have good communication skills and be willing to collaborate with other researchers in the cross-disciplinary group of people connected to this project. Applicants are asked to provide a research statement (max 3 pages) in their application, describing research interests and initial plans with regards to the above project description. The statement should also provide details on how the project relate to previous education, research and competence.

Applicants who do not master a Scandinavian language must provide evidence of good written and spoken English language skills. The following tests can be used as documentation: TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE), or Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). Minimum scores are:

TOEFL: 600 (paper-based test), 92 (Internet-based test)

IELTS: 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5 (only Academic IELTS test accepted)

CAE/CPE: grade B or A.

Vi tilbyr

The appointment is made in accordance with the regulations of employment for PhD candidates issued by the Ministry of Education and Research, with relevant parts of the additional guidelines for appointment as a PhD candidate at University of Oslo (UiO) or NTNU. Applicants must participate in an organized PhD programme of study during their period of employment. The candidate appointed must comply with the regulations for employees in the public sector. In addition, a contract will be signed regarding the period of employment.

Applicants must be qualified for admission to a PhD study program at UiO or NTNU. See http://www.ntnu.no/ie/forskning/phd for information about PhD studies at NTNU and https://www.med.uio.no/english/research/phd/ at UiO.

We can offer
Salary NOK 479 600 -- 523 200 per annum depending on qualifications and seniority as PhD Research Fellow (position code 1017)
Attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement
Vibrant international academic environment
Career development programmes
Oslo’s family-friendly surroundings with their rich opportunities for culture and outdoor activities
For further information about the positions, contact Professor Ilangko Balasingham, email: ilangko.balasingham@ntnu.no

Contacts

Prof. Ilangko Balasingham, Head of Section , 93459022, ilangkob@ous-research.no

Location

0372

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Key information:

Employer:Oslo universitetssykehus HF

Reference number:4295901180
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Stipendiat
Start date: 04.01.2021
Application deadline: 15.11.2020