This project aims to support the future development and translation of efficient treatment adaptation workflows in proton therapy by providing model-based guidance for their optimal implementation and use. Within this framework, several candidate strategies will be investigated in the model-based clinic, including dose-guided positioning, dose restoration, and offline and online dose adaptation.
These strategies may be applied individually or in combination for each patient, using a decision tree to determine the most appropriate approach. By quantifying and benchmarking the clinical benefits of different strategies across various clinical cases, the project aims to provide comprehensive guidance on their use.
Ultimately, the goal is to maximize clinical benefits for patients while making rational use of clinical resources, ensuring that all patients who require adaptive proton therapy can access it.
We are seeking a passionate and driven PhD student:
- with a master’s degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, and/or Computer Science.
- with a strong background in – and interest for – Medical Physics and Artificial Intelligence.
- with solid scripting skills, ideally including Python and C/C++.
- with excellent communication skills (including in English).
A temporary position as a PhD student (1.0 FTE) for four years. Your salary ranges from a minimum of € 3.217 gross per month in the first year to a maximum of € 4.077 gross per month (PRO scale) in the final (fourth) year, based on a full-time appointment. In addition, the UMCG offers an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% year-end bonus.The conditions of employment comply with the Collective Labour Agreement for Medical Centres (CAO-UMC).
Link
Protonentherapiecentrum
Neem voor meer informatie contact op met:
Prof dr Stefan Both, telefoonnummer (+31) 050 361 3674
Dr Pietro Pisciotta, telefoonnummer (31) 050 361 3674
Please use the the digital application form at the bottom of this page - only these will be processed.
You can apply until 1 juli 2026.
Within half an hour after sending the digital application form you will receive an email- confirmation with further information.
