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We are looking for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of engineering, physiology and clinical application, and who is motivated to contribute to research with real-world impact (more industry-oriented). * Curious and translationally minded * Research-minded and analytical * Technically creative and hands-on * Independent and proactive * Strong communicator and team player * Open to learning Your background should include: * A Master's degree in a relevant field such as Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Physics or Cardiovascular Science. * Proven interest in cardiovascular physiology, heart failure, cardiac mechanics/hemodynamics and/or pacing therapies. * Experience in or affinity with sensor development, medical instrumentation, signal processing or embedded systems. * Programming and quantitative data analysis skills, preferably in Python, MATLAB, R, C/C++ or similar. * Proven interest in computational modelling, digital twins or in-silico testing. * Good organisational, project management and scientific writing skills. * Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken. MSCA Eligibility Requirements * Have not lived or worked in the Netherlands for more than 12 months in the 3 years before recruitment * No prior doctoral degree * Eligible to enrol in the PhD programme at Maastricht University Languages ENGLISH ## Description This project aims to develop and validate a new generation of intramyocardial sensing technologies that can provide real-time measurements of cardiac mechanics. Building on advances from previous European research projects, the doctoral candidate will contribute to the design of innovative pacing leads equipped with embedded sensors capable of measuring parameters related to myocardial relaxation, compliance and filling pressures. These measurements will provide direct information about cardiac function that is currently difficult to obtain in routine clinical practice. The project will combine sensor development, cardiovascular physiology and digital twin technology. Data collected by the sensors will be integrated into computational models of the heart, enabling personalised digital twins that can support therapy optimisation. By linking sensing technologies with simulation tools, the project aims to identify optimal sensor placement, improve pacing strategies and enable real-time adaptation of therapy based on patient-specific physiological responses. The doctoral candidate will work closely with both academic and industrial partners and contribute to the development of a pathway towards clinical translation. The project includes preclinical validation, in-silico testing and the exploration of regulatory requirements necessary for future use in patients. Ultimately, the research seeks to improve treatment outcomes for people living with heart failure through the combination of advanced sensing technology and personalised digital twins. Planned Secondments * Oslo University Hospital, Norway (1.5 months): collection and analysis of preclinical data in models of diastolic dysfunction, with a focus on evaluating sensor performance and cardiac mechanics. * Maastricht University, Netherlands (2.5 months): integration of experimental findings into digital twin simulations and validation of sensor-derived measurements against computational models and clinical data. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [From Bedside Beeps to Interoperable Bytes – Getting your medical devices ready to talk the IEEE 11073 language](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/771-from-bedside-beeps-to-interoperable-bytes-getting-your-medical-devices-ready-to-talk-the-ieee-11073-language) - [Perfect Pitch: Unveiling the Mathematical Symphony Behind a Guitar Tuner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1095-perfect-pitch-unveiling-the-mathematical-symphony-behind-a-guitar-tuner) - [AI in Regulated Industry - Validating AI-Enabled Products with PLM and Digital Twins](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2065-ai-in-regulated-industry-validating-ai-enabled-products-with-plm-and-digital-twins) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [The Billion Dollar Machine: First Time Right.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/393-the-billion-dollar-machine-first-time-right) ## Related Articles - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/279-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-amsterdam) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)