Postdoctoral Researcher - Neurovascular

Post-Doctoral Researcher – Neurovascular Disease

Location: Galway, Ireland

Duration: 24 months 

Hours: 39 hours per week, on-site

Imagine your next project as a Post-Doctoral Researcher, working at the forefront of cutting edge work and technology with one of the leading Pharmaceutical companies in the world! CERENOVUS, part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, is recruiting for a Post-Doctoral Biomedical Research Engineer with focus on Neurovascular Disease Research, located in Galway, Ireland.

CERENOVUS is a global leader in neurovascular care. Our commitment to changing the trajectory of stroke is inspired by our long heritage and dedication to helping physicians protect people from a lifetime of hardship. Our implants and instruments are used by interventional neuroradiologists, neurosurgeons and neurologists, to treat patients with conditions resulting from hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Our environment is entrepreneurial, learning-driven, and is as challenging as it is rewarding. We are one of the fastest growing businesses within Johnson & Johnson.

Project description

The GEMINI consortium is a collaborative project, funded by the European Commission, composing of 19 partners globally. The main goal of GEMINI is to develop a validated computational model or a digital twin in health care for stroke patients which will help physicians determine the best treatment options for their patients. These digital twins will be validated by bench testing, patient specific cases, and a clinical trial. 

roles and responsibilities

Embedded in a multidisciplinary group of R&D engineers and scientists at CERENOVUS, reporting to the NTI Manager, and in collaboration with GEMINI consortium partners, you as the Post-Doctoral Biomedical Research Engineer, will contribute to advancing in silico clinical trial methods in the field of acute ischemic stroke. This will involve: 

• Develop a deep understanding of acute ischemic stroke pathology and its treatment in the acute setting.

• Become thoroughly familiar with modelling of acute ischemic stroke and mechanical thrombectomy procedures.

• Acquire an extensive knowledge of the current state of research relating to acute ischemic stroke including stroke clot composition, and mechanics, clot-device interaction, and fracture characteristics.

• Characterize changes to mechanical properties and fracture characteristics over time and after exposure to thrombolytic agents.

• Compile, analyze and interpret data.

• Collaborate with colleagues internally and externally, with clinicians and academic researchers.

• Communicate project progress and results.

• Write procedures, specifications, and project reports. 

• Write and contribute to articles for publications in peer reviewed journals and for presentation at international scientific conferences.

how to succeed

• PhD in Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Medicine or equivalent.  

• Experience in biomechanical testing of biological tissue together with modelling and simulation with high performance computing is an advantage. 

• Experience in cardiovascular or neurovascular diseases, medical devices or instruments including catheters and stents would be desirable.

• Must be able to collaborate with researchers working on other topics in an international multidisciplinary team.

• Must possess a strong work ethic, creative problem-solving skills, and be capable of working on own initiative. 

• Must have excellent writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.

• Must have demonstrated data review and statistical methods skills.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 24 month duration.

you are welcome here

Cerenovus is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Cerenovus

Cerenovus is part of Johnson & Johnson MedTech and an emerging leader in neurovascular care. Our commitment to changing the trajectory of stroke is inspired by our long heritage and dedication to helping physicians protect people from a lifetime of hardship. At Cerenovus we offer a broad portfolio of devices used in the endovascular treatment of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Cerenovus. 

https://www.jnjmedtech.com/en-US/companies/cerenovus

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, LTD & Umbrella options are available. 

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: simone.strong@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.