PhD student - Biomedical Engineering (m/f/d)- Universitätsklinikum Münster

Universitätsklinikum Münster; Münster; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university medical center in Germany seeks a motivated PhD Student in Physics or Biomedical Imaging. The role involves developing novel biophysical models using diffusion MRI to analyze tumor microenvironments. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree, programming skills in C++, Matlab, or Python, and a strong interest in biomedical imaging. The position offers part-time hours, competitive salary, and numerous benefits, including extensive vacation and support services for work-life balance.

Leistungen

30 days of vacation plus additional days off

Company pension plan (VBL)

Wide range of training and professional development opportunities

Sports programs and job ticket

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience with diffusion MRI, biophysical modelling, and tumor models is beneficial.
• Willingness to perform animal experiments (FELASA qualification is beneficial).
• High motivation for scientific work and willingness to contribute to an interdisciplinary team.

Aufgaben

• Developing, validating, and applying biophysical models of the tumor microenvironment based on diffusion MRI data.
• Implementing MR sequences on a preclinical MRI scanner.
• Collecting and analyzing MRI data and performing biophysical modelling.

Kenntnisse

Programming skills (C++, Matlab, Python)

Strong interest in magnetic resonance

Good English communication skills

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Physics, Biomedical Imaging, or a related field

Jobbeschreibung

PhD Student (gn*) Physics, Biophysics, Biomedical Imaging

Fixed term of 3 years | Part‑time with 65% (25 hours/week) | Salary according to TV‑L E13 | Clinic for Radiology - Experimental Magnetic Resonance Group | Job ID: 11471

We are UKM.

We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific support at the Clinic for Radiology. As one of Germany's leading university radiology departments, we provide all outpatients and inpatients at UKM with state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic imaging and image‑guided therapy – ideally with you on board!

Research Project

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join our interdisciplinary research team to develop a novel biophysical modeling approach based on diffusion‑weighted magnetic resonance imaging to comprehensively characterize the tumor microenvironment (TME). Tasks will involve the development of improved biophysical models and corresponding MRI data acquisition protocols to characterize both cellular and vascular properties of the TME. The approach will be validated using a combination of in silico models, computer simulations, and in‑vitro experiments using tumor spheroids grown in perfusable bioreactors, as well as in vivo studies using a murine colorectal carcinoma model. By enabling the examination of the TME within a single scan session, this new method aims to improve cancer staging and therapy monitoring and ultimately enable more personalized treatment plans for patients.

Responsibilities

• Developing, validating, and applying biophysical models of the tumor microenvironment, based on diffusion MRI data
• Implementing MR sequences on a preclinical MRI scanner
• Collecting and analyzing MRI data and performing biophysical modelling
• Collaborating with the partner institution that provides the bioreactors
• Participating in a local graduate school and presenting research findings at internal meetings and international conferences

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Physics, Biomedical Imaging, or a related field
• Strong interest in magnetic resonance, biomedical imaging and biophysical modelling
• Programming skills (C++, Matlab, Python)
• Willingness to perform animal experiments (FELASA qualification is beneficial)
• Previous experience with diffusion MRI, biophysical modelling, and tumor models is beneficial
• High motivation for scientific work and willingness to contribute to an interdisciplinary team
• Good English communication skills (spoken and written); German skills are advantageous

WE OFFER

• Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
• 30 days of vacation per year, plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Wide range of training and professional development opportunitiesA respectful and appreciative work environment within a diverse team
• Support and advisory services for health and work‑life balance
• Additional benefits such as sports programs, job ticket, company events, cafeteria, and emergency childcare

Benefits

• Exciting Projects
• Professional Development and Training
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Part of Research Innovation
• Additional Benefits