Postdoctoral Candidate in Physics

Overview

• Department: Department of Physics, University of Antwerp

• Regime: Full-time

• Position: Doctoral Candidate in 4D Tomographic Image Reconstruction (f/m)

• Project: MSCA Doctoral Network project X-CELERATE (www.x-celerate.org)

• Planned start date: Preferably between June and September 2026

About the University of Antwerp

The University of Antwerp is a forward-thinking European university with over 20,000 students and more than 6,000 employees from 100 countries. It combines innovative education with pioneering scientific research and plays a key service-providing role in society. The university values diversity, inclusion, and sustainable, family-friendly policies.

Position Description

• Actively work on the preparation of a PhD thesis in 4D Tomographic Image Reconstruction.

• Research focus: develop novel 4D image reconstruction methods for X-ray imaging of dynamic objects.

• Integrate physics models, CAD information, and region-based prior knowledge to estimate deformation parameters and enhance image quality in 4D CT.

• Disseminate findings through high-impact publications and presentations at national and international conferences.

• Participate in training activities and research secondments with MSCA partner institutions across Europe.

Profile

• Master’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related studies (or obtained by start date).

• Excellent academic results.

• Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++).

• Eligible under general MSCA criteria: must not have resided or carried out main activity in Belgium for more than 12 months in the last 36 months before recruitment.

• Strong communication skills in English.

What We Offer

• Fully funded doctoral scholarship for up to four years.

• Monthly scholarship amount according to standard doctoral scholarship rates.

• Benefits: eco cheques, internet allowance, bicycle allowance, or full public transport reimbursement.

• Access to a wide range of courses and educational credit through the Antwerp Doctoral School.

• Work within a multidisciplinary international team and collaborate with academic and industrial partners.

• Access to state-of-the-art X-ray instrumentation and computing infrastructure.

How to Apply

• Apply via the University of Antwerp’s online job application platform.

• Required attachments:

  1. Motivation letter

  2. Detailed CV (including BSc and MSc transcripts, honours, grades, publications, etc.)

  3. Contact information of two references

• Selection committee will review applications, notify candidates, and inform pre-selected applicants about next steps.

• Questions regarding the application form: jobs@uantwerpen.be

• Questions about the position: Prof. dr. Jan Sijbers – jan.sijbers@uantwerpen.be

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