Physics student

Location:

Haifa, IL, 3508504

Description:

Physics Student

Novocure is a global medical device company with R&D based in Haifa.
The company is growing quickly as it commercializes TTFields therapy: a novel treatment for aggressive cancers using alternating electric fields.

We are looking for a student to join the physics group in our R&D center, Haifa, Israel.

The physics group is leading an effort to develop a new field of research: Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) dosimetry and treatment planning.

As a student, you will support the research activities of the group.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform numerical simulations of TTFields interaction with the human body.
Help to develop algorithms and codes to support simulation infrastructure.
Participate in the analysis of simulation results.

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE:

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree student, preferably in Physics / Electrical engineering / Mechanical engineering/ Aerospace engineering / Biomedical engineering / Material sciences / Computer science.

Knowledge:
Balance of studies of at least 1.5 years.
Available for at least 20 weekly hours.
Excellent analytical skills.
Team-player.
Excellent communication skills in both English and Hebrew.
Experience with finite element method (FEM) simulation software is an advantage.
Proficiency with Python is an advantage.

ABOUT NOVOCURE:

Our vision

Patient-forward: aspiring to make a difference in cancer.

Our patient-forward mission

Together with our patients, we strive to extend survival in some of the most aggressive forms of cancer by developing and commercializing our innovative therapy.

Our patient-forward values

– innovation

– focus

– drive

– courage

– trust

– empathy

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