Master thesis - Algorithm development

RaySearch develops innovative software solutions to improve cancer care. Over 800 clinics in more than 40 countries use RaySearch software to improve treatments and quality of life for patients. RaySearch was founded in 2000 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. The headquarters is located in Stockholm, with subsidiaries in the US, Europe, Asia and Australia & New Zealand. Today we are more than 380 employees with a common vision of improving cancer care with innovative software. Our great staff is crucial for our success and we offer a fantastic working environment in modern offices, flexibility and good opportunities for development. We believe in equal opportunities, value diversity and work actively to prevent discrimination.

Are you in the end of your studies within computer science, engineering physics, medical physics or similar and want to make an impact with technology in cancer treatment? RaySearch now offers a Master Thesis position within algorithm development, starting in January 2023.

“Doing my master thesis at RaySearch was a great opportunity to combine my interests in physics and programming while taking part in the fight against cancer. Since my first day here, I have been included in the teamwork and have always been able to ask questions.”

Miriam Skarin, Junior System Developer, Physics

We offer the following Master Thesis project:

Multi-criteria optimization for intensity-modulated proton therapy

RaySearch are pioneers within treatment planning for radiation therapy using multi-criteria optimization, where clinicians can explore the possible treatment options for a patient in real time. Multi-criteria optimization is well-established for photon therapy but not yet used extensively for proton therapy, which is an advanced form of radiation therapy with potentially lesser risk of side effects than photons. The purpose of this project is to adapt and enhance our multi-criteria optimization techniques to be better suited for proton therapy planning and to evaluate these enhancements with respect to emerging form of proton therapy planning, such as planning for proton arc therapy or linear-energy transfer guided optimization. The project will combine modeling of mathematical optimization problems with implementation of the models in our treatment planning software.

Starting your career at RaySearch

Joining RaySearch as a Master Thesis student, you will:

• … get a solid introduction to our company, products and ways of working.
• …become part of an innovative global Swedish company with head office and R&D department in central Stockholm with a chance of full-time employment after graduation.
• … join 200 well-educated and dedicated engineers who enjoy knowledge sharing, problem solving and working in teams.
• … work with cutting-edge technology for cancer treatment. Your daily work will contribute to improve cancer treatments for patients all over the world.

Who can apply?

Master students with a big interest in programming, applied mathematics, and medical technology. The start of the thesis project is planned for January 2023.

You are a master student within applied mathematics, computer science, physics or similar. You have a great interest in software development and contributing to our mission. Programming skills, relevant hobby projects and summer/part time jobs within software development, mathematical or physics modeling are highly valued. In order to be able to contribute to this project, you are a self-motivated and structured person.

It’s an advantage, but not required, if you also have experience in C# or C++ development.

Application

Please send your application in Swedish or English through the application form below. Selection and interviews will be ongoing. We do not accept applications by e-mail, but if you have any questions about the master thesis project please reach out to Rasmus Bokrantz, Head of Algorithm development (rasmus.bokrantz@raysearchlabs.com, +46 70 573 39 25.