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 degree student, preferably in Physics / Electrical engineering / Mechanical engineering/ Aerospace engineering / Biomedical engineering / Material sciences / Combin degree in Computer science.

• Knowledge:
  • Balance of studies -  minimum  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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