PhD positie SIMSON: Scenario-simulatie voor forensisch biomechanisch onderzoek kindermishandeling

We are seeking a PhD student to develop a rigid body kinematic simulation model for forensic comparison of injury scenarios as part of the OpenTwin project. The project aims to develop an open platform for forensic biomechanical research in child abuse.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant field (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, movement technology, or technical medicine)
• Experience in performing motion studies using IMUs and/or optical motion capture
• Experience in setting up and conducting motion simulations based on rigid body models
• Experience in developing software in C++, Python, or MATLAB

Benefits

• Salary range of €3059 - €3881 per month
• 8% vacation allowance
• End-of-year bonus of 8.3%
• Access to a lab with a strong group of researchers and engineers