Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in MRI Method Development and Quantitative Imaging

European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology; Tübingen; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology invites a Postdoctoral Researcher in MRI method development and quantitative imaging to join a three-year DFG-funded project. The work focuses on perfusion imaging using ASL, sequence optimization, and AI-assisted analysis in collaboration with the University Hospital Tübingen.

The role requires a PhD and strong MRI experience; proficiency in MATLAB/Python and Siemens IDEA is advantageous.

Qualifications

• PhD completed in a relevant field.
• Strong MRI research experience.
• Proficiency in MATLAB and Python for data analysis.
• Experience in medical image processing and quantitative analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across disciplines.
• MRI sequence programming experience, Siemens IDEA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and optimize MRI sequences for quantitative pulmonary perfusion imaging using ASL.
• Develop and optimize image post-processing methods (registration, motion correction, segmentation, quantitative analysis).
• Apply and advance automated image analysis pipelines, including AI/deep learning where applicable.
• Plan and perform MRI experiments with healthy volunteers; support clinical studies.
• Publish findings in international journals and present at conferences.

Skills

PhD in physics/engineering/computer-sc

MRI research experience

MATLAB and Python

Medical image processing

Communication & collaboration

MRI sequence programming (Siemens IDEA

Education

PhD in Physics / Medical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Siemens IDEA

Job description

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in MRI Method Development and Quantitative Imaging

Postdoctoral Researcher in MRI Method Developmentand Quantitative Imaging

Method development for perfusion imaging in the human lung with ASL.

Join us for a three year, DFG funded project in a cooperation between the university hospital Tübingen and the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics!

Job type: Postdoc

Job location: Tübingen, Germany

Deadline: 2026-12-31

The Section of Experimental Radiology at the University Hospital Tübingen, incollaboration with the Department of High-Field Magnetic Resonance at the Max PlanckInstitute for Biological Cybernetics, is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher tojoin a three-year research project funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG)in the field of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

The project focuses on the development and optimization of innovative MRI techniquesfor non-invasive, contrast-agent-free, quantitative imaging of pulmonary perfusion.Specifically, the project aims to advance an MRI technique based on Pseudo-ContinuousArterial Spin Labeling (PCASL) using a novel multiple-labeling approach and to investigateits potential for clinical application. Key research objectives include optimizing MRIsequences to improve signal quality and robustness, as well as developing andimplementing advanced methods for automated image post-processing and quantitativeanalysis. Modern artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning techniques will also beconsidered as part of the methodological development.

Your responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and experimental optimizationof innovative MRI sequences, particularly for quantitative pulmonary perfusionimaging using Arterial Spin Labeling (ASL).
• Develop, implement, and optimize image post-processing methods, includingimage registration, motion correction, segmentation, and quantitative imageanalysis.
• Apply and further develop automated image analysis pipelines, potentiallyincorporating artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques.
• Plan, conduct, and analyze experimental MRI measurements involving healthyvolunteers and support the technical implementation of clinical studies.
• Prepare and publish research findings in international peer-reviewed journals andpresent results at national and international scientific conferences.

• A completed PhD in Physics, Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering,Computer Science, or a closely related scientific or technical discipline.
• Solid theoretical knowledge and hands-on research experience in MagneticResonance Imaging, preferably in experimental MRI research.
• Good programming skills in MATLAB and Python, along with experience inscientific data processing.
• Experience in medical image processing and quantitative image analysis.
• Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience in MRI sequence programming, ideally using the Siemens IDEAdevelopment environment, and hands-on experience with Siemens MRI systemswould be an advantage.

What we offer:

• A DFG-funded, full-time postdoctoral position for a period of three years.
• A scientifically challenging and diverse research environment at the intersectionof experimental MRI physics, technical method development, medical imageprocessing, and clinical research.
• Close scientific collaboration between the University Hospital Tübingen and theMax Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics.
• A multidisciplinary research environment with collaborations across variousclinical departments and the MIDAS Lab.
• Access to state-of-the-art Siemens Healthineers MRI systems operating at 1.5 Tand 3 T, supported by an established infrastructure for experimental MRIresearch.
• Support for publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and presentingresults at international scientific conferences, such as ISMRM and ESMRMB.