Research Associate in Spectroscopically Guided Semi-Autonomous Surgical Rob

at  Imperial College London

25-NOV-2024

We are seeking two talented and motivated Research Associates to join a groundbreaking project funded by Cancer Research UK

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ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking two talented and motivated Research Associates to join a groundbreaking project funded by Cancer Research UK and the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). This project, titled Cancer Surgery at Systems Medicine Level, is at the forefront of combining real-time molecular mapping and robotic-assisted surgery to enable the precise resection of solid tumours. This project aims to enhance precision in tumour resection by integrating cutting-edge, spectroscopically guided feedback systems into semi-autonomous surgical robots.
Roles will focus on developing and fabricating advanced multimaterial fibres integrating surgical laser delivery with robotics. Fibre robots will steer photonic bandgap (PBG) fibres to enable controlled tissue ablation and real-time molecular analysis through the iKnife system. You will play a key role in implementing spectroscopic techniques to provide real-time feedback and ensure precise tissue differentiation, contributing to the development of a system capable of large-area diagnostic mapping and targeted tissue resection. Successful candidates will also optimise control algorithms, integrate sensors, and refine advanced fabrication techniques to ensure the system’s efficiency in complex surgical environments. You will be joining a multidisciplinary team bridging cancer research, surgical robotics, and advanced fibre and control technologies, working in an environment dedicated to pioneering clinical applications.

WHAT YOU WOULD BE DOING

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design, fabrication, and integration of multimaterial surgical laser and robotic fibres to build medical robotic systems.
• Develop control systems, simulations, and real-time feedback mechanisms for precise tumour resection and tissue mapping, ensuring seamless integration of spectroscopic techniques.
• Collaborate with engineers, cancer biologists, and clinicians to refine the design and methodology for integrating advanced robotic fibre systems with spectroscopic guidance during surgery.
• Conduct experimental validation of fibre systems and feedback control in pre-clinical and clinical environments.
• Publish your findings in top-tier journals and present your work at international conferences.