PhD Student (gn*) Physics, Biophysics, Biomedical Imaging, Data Science, or a related field

University Hospital of Muenster (UKM), WWU; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 55.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university hospital in Germany seeks a part-time researcher to develop novel methods for tracking radio-labelled immune cells using PET and MRI imaging. The successful candidate will conduct experimental measurements and develop computational simulations. A Master's degree in a relevant field and strong programming skills are required. This role offers a collaborative environment focused on cutting-edge molecular imaging research.

Leistungen

Broad education and training

Career development in a research team

Modern research infrastructure

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in a relevant field required.
• Strong interest in PET and MRI imaging.
• Experience with programming in Python, C++, Matlab.

Aufgaben

• Develop methods for tracking immune cells using PET and MRI.
• Design and analyze PET/MRI measurements.
• Develop computational simulations and algorithms.

Kenntnisse

Programming (Python, C++, Matlab)

Interest in molecular imaging

Experimental work

Oral and written communication skills in English

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physics, Computer Science, Biomedical Imaging, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Reference Number: 11180

Fixed-term of 3 years | Part-time with 65% (25 hours/week) | Salary according to TV-L EG13 | European Institute for Molecular Imaging

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 European Institute for Molecular Imaging. The primary objective of the group’s research is to examine the function of immune cells in response to inflammatory processes in living organisms by employing innovative imaging methodologies. In this project, novel techniques are being developed for tracking radio‑labelled cells, either as cell populations or even individual cells. This is being achieved by combining whole‑body positron emission tomography (PET) with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In conjunction with the development of algorithms, dedicated software and hardware‑based simulations will be developed for pre‑clinical and clinical application. These will support the development and validation of the cell tracking algorithms.

The present project is embedded in a DFG Clinical Research Centre, entitled "Multiscale imaging of organ‑specific inflammation" (https://www.uni-muenster.de/CRC-inSight/research/area-A/A05.php). Within this Centre, we are working together with Computer Science and Applied Mathematics specialists of the University of Münster as well as experts on Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

The European Institute for Molecular Imaging (EIMI) is an interdisciplinary institute within the University of Münster developing imaging methods allowing to visualize molecular processes inside organisms, tissues and cells. With the help of imaging, we perform cutting‑edge research in vascular, inflammatory, infectious, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer. The EIMI is located in the Multiscale Imaging Center (MIC), which hosts research groups from our university combining a broad range of state‑of‑the‑art imaging technologies for the investigation of biomedical questions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and implementing novel methods for the tracking of radio‑labelled immune cells using combined PET and MRI imaging modalities
• Designing, conducting, and analyzing experimental PET(/MRI) measurements in pre‑clinical and clinical settings
• Developing and validating computational and hardware based simulations, algorithms, and software tools for cell tracking
• Participate in the CRC 1450 graduate school and presenting research findings at internal meetings and international conferences

REQUIREMENTS

• A Master degree in Physics, Computer Science, Biomedical Imaging, or a related field
• A strong interest in molecular imaging (PET) and magnetic resonance imaging
• Experience with programming (Python, C++, Matlab)
• A keen interest in experimental work, as the successful candidate will, in addition to developing new methods and theoretical simulations, be conducting experimental measurements on PET(/MRI).
• Oral and written communication skills - English (required) and German (desired)
• High motivation for scientific work and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team

WE OFFER

• A broad education and training in the structured graduate programme of our highly interactive consortium (CRC inSight)
• Career development in a multidisciplinary and committed research team
• Modern infrastructure, international and collaborative research environment

For inquiries please contact: Prof. Dr. Klaus Schäfers; [e-mail]

Apply now via our career portal until 15.10.2025, including

• Cover letter describing your research interest and why you are suitable for the position (maximum 1 page)
• CV including a list of relevant publications
• Copy of the official academic transcript of your degree
• Names, e‑mail addresses, and telephone numbers for 2 academic references

Applications of women are specifically invited. In the case of similar qualifications, competence, and specific achievements, women will be considered on preferential terms within the framework of the legal possibilities. Handicapped candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference. Due to legal requirements working with us is only permitted with complete vaccination against measles.

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