Postdoc (f/m/x) in Optoacoustic Tomography

Helmholtz Munich; München; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days annual leave

Flexi days

Relocation support

Health promotion programs

Zusammenfassung

Helmholtz Munich is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to develop next-gen hand-held hybrid optoacoustic and ultrasound imaging systems for clinical use. You will work within the IBMI and collaborate with TU Munich, aiming for unprecedented image quality and quantitative performance.

The role encompasses interdisciplinary research across optics, acoustics, electronics, computation, and medicine, with opportunities to publish, present internationally, and contribute to technology transfer and

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, medical technology, optics, mechatronics, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong motivation, scientific curiosity, and commitment to scientific excellence.
• Experience in electronics, optical systems, ultrasound/sensor tech, CAD, and biomedical imaging systems.
• Programming experience in MATLAB and/or Python.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and interdisciplinary research enthusiasm.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Aufgaben

• Develop next-generation hand-held hybrid optoacoustic and ultrasound imaging systems with unprecedented image quality and quantitative performance.
• Advance clinical imaging solutions for cancer diagnosis and therapy monitoring, and cardiometabolic disease evaluation.
• Develop optical, acoustic, electronic, and computational technologies for clinical optoacoustic imaging.
• Contribute to EU and German Government research programs.
• Collaborate with clinical partners and MedTech start-ups to accelerate translation.
• Publish in leading journals and present at international conferences.
• Support translation of advanced imaging technologies into real-world healthcare.

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, medical technology, optics, mechatronics, computer engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

CAD

Jobbeschreibung

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) form one of Europe's leading centers for biomedical imaging and sensing innovation. Our mission is to create transformative technologies that reveal previously inaccessible biological information and accelerate breakthroughs in medicine, biology, and environmental health.

Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers from more than 25 countries develops technologies that bridge fundamental research, clinical translation, and real-world healthcare impact. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, strong industrial partnerships, and a proven track record of innovation, IBMI offers an exceptional environment for ambitious researchers seeking to work at the forefront of bioengineering.

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) to develop the next generation of hand-held multispectral optoacoustic tomography (MSOT) systems for clinical imaging. This project aims to establish advanced hybrid optoacoustic and ultrasound imaging technologies with unprecedented image quality and quantitative performance.

As part of a multidisciplinary team spanning optics, acoustics, electronics, computation, engineering, physics, medicine, and clinical translation, you will contribute to technologies that expand the capabilities of clinical optoacoustic imaging and accelerate their translation toward real-world healthcare applications.

Join us in shaping the future of biomedical imaging

Your tasks

• Develop next-generation hand-held hybrid optoacoustic and ultrasound imaging systems with unprecedented image quality and quantitative performance.


• Advance clinical imaging solutions for cancer diagnosis and therapy monitoring, treatment-related toxicity assessment, and cardiometabolic disease evaluation.


• Develop innovative optical, acoustic, electronic, and computational technologies and components for clinical optoacoustic imaging.


• Contribute to internationally visible research programs funded by the European Union and the German Government.


• Collaborate closely with clinical partners and an innovative MedTech start-up to accelerate technology translation toward healthcare applications.


• Publish in leading journals, present at international conferences, and contribute to intellectual property generation.


• Help redefine how advanced imaging technologies support diagnosis, therapy monitoring, and precision medicine.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, medical technology, optics, mechatronics, computer engineering, or a related discipline.


• Strong motivation, scientific curiosity, and commitment to scientific excellence.


• Experience in one or more of the following areas: electronics and microelectronics, optical systems and lasers, ultrasound or sensor technologies, precision instrumentation, mechanical design and Computer-Aided Design (CAD), biomedical imaging systems.


• Programming experience in MATLAB and/or Python.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research.


• Excellent written and spoken English.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with optoacoustics, ultrasound imaging, embedded systems, electronics, image reconstruction, or scientific software development.

This position is embedded within major research and innovation programs funded by the European Union and the German Government and offers exceptional opportunities for scientific visibility, professional growth, and future leadership.

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 13. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 2 years but may be extended under certain circumstances.

Managing Director Mike Frieser:

„We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

Benefits

• Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers


• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastruture and Core Facilities


• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays


• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany


• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ivy Savannah Curren, [e-mail], who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

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Helmholtz Munich

Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)

Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging

Ingolstädter Landstraße 1

85764 Neuherberg