Dr. Langer Medical GmbH, based in Waldkirch, Germany, which has been part of Brainlab AG in Munich since 2022, has specialized in the development and marketing of highly innovative medical technology for intraoperative neuromonitoring and neurostimulation for more than 25 years. Our products are groundbreaking in design and handling and form the basis for our worldwide growth. It is therefore no coincidence that the products from Dr. Langer Medical as well as the company itself have been honored several times in the past with various prizes and awards.

This master's thesis delves into the suitability study of the Data Distribution Service (DDS) for facilitating seamless networking and data exchange in MedTech space mainly the application involves neuro navigation and intraoperative neuromonitoring systems in the realm of neuro/spine surgery.

Research Objectives:

• Compatibility Assessment: Conduct a thorough evaluation of DDS compatibility with an NI LabVIEW-based client application.
• Performance Evaluation: Analyze the performance of DDS in facilitating high-speed and high-sample-rate signal data transfer.
• Network Discovery: Investigate DDS's discovery mechanisms in a multicast-less network environment.
• Security: Evaluate design of zero-trust connectivity architectures that align with regulatory guidance and best practices for secure data communication.
• Interoperability and Challenges: Identify and address interoperability issues and other associated challenges.

• Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Engineering, with a focus on disciplines such as Computer science, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
• Hands-on experience with LabVIEW
• Excellent English and proficient German written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate with all stakeholders
• Experience/knowledge in networking, IoT, data distribution, and medical technology is a plus
• Independent, structured and pragmatic working style

• Working environment: A mutually-supportive, international team
• Practical experience: Opportunity to build career experience in an exciting international company with a lasting impact on medical technology based in Waldkirch (top 100 innovator and employer of the future 2022)
• Working conditions: Flexible working hours
• Fitness: Internal company fitness program
• Socializing: Weekly student lunches as well as regular after work and company events
• Personal development: Training and career opportunities offered by Brainlab

Ready to apply? We look forward to receiving your online application including your first available start date. 

Contact person: Lilli Balogh