Develop a hardware prototype: You will convert the existing device concept into a functional hardware prototype and thereby make a direct contribution to digital stroke prevention.
Develop software: You will create the corresponding software that guides users safely and intuitively through the entire measurement process.
Integrate hardware and software: You will connect hardware and software into a seamlessly functioning overall system by implementing appropriate interfaces between the measurement device and the app, consistently applying the user requirements defined in the design concept.
ML & signal analysis: You will integrate methods for processing and analyzing the recorded blood-flow sounds and investigate the use of machine learning approaches for automated evaluation of clinically relevant signals.
Evaluation: You will test the developed prototype together with users, analyze the feedback, and optimize the system with respect to usability and the overall user experience.

Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, Medical Engineering, Health/Medical Informatics, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable field
Practical experience in hardware or software development and an interest in technically implementing user-centered design concepts
Understanding of user-centered development processes and a willingness to shape the technical implementation through iterative user feedback so that measurement execution and result interpretation remain understandable and safe for medical laypersons
Team-oriented, careful, and responsible working style, as well as the ability to work independently and conduct scientific work
Ideally located near Dortmund, as on-site meetings and coordination may be required despite the possibility of remote work
Good written and spoken German and English

Future-shaping work: Your Master's thesis is not only an important part of your academic career but also an opportunity to work at the interface of science and industry on a relevant topic of the digital future.
Supervision and support: You will be closely supervised by our experienced experts, gain valuable insights, and can further develop your work with our support.
Flexibility: You can write your Master's thesis partly remotely, but you will need to be on-site at our institute in Dortmund more frequently for meetings and hardware-related work.
An open and creative work environment: You will find a committed team and plenty of freedom for your own creative ideas or proposals. Flat hierarchies and an open atmosphere ensure you will quickly feel at home.

Master's Thesis – Hardware and Software Development for an Intelligent Medical Technology Handheld

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