PhD Candidate in Multimodal Optical Imaging Systems
Join a multidisciplinary team to develop next-generation miniaturized optical imaging technologies for biological and medical applications.
Best for:Best for candidates with a background in physics, optics, or engineering who are passionate about developing cutting-edge medical imaging hardware and software.
Overview
The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Technical University of Munich are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join their integrated research unit. The successful applicant will focus on developing advanced, miniaturized multimodal imaging systems that bridge the gap between mesoscopic and microscopic scales. This role involves significant software development for system control, data acquisition, and image reconstruction within a collaborative international environment. Candidates will contribute to pioneering bioengineering solutions that address critical challenges in biology and medicine.
What you'll do
- Design and develop next-generation quantitative, real-time multimodal mesoscopic and microscopic imaging systems.
- Develop software for system control, data acquisition, and multimodal image reconstruction.
- Create and optimize quantitative analysis workflows for imaging data.
- Collaborate with international partners and European research consortia.
- Contribute to the design and miniaturization of novel optical imaging technologies.
- Engage in high-impact research aimed at solving biological and medical challenges.
Requirements
Degree required: MSc in natural sciences, electrical engineering, physics, optics, medical technology, or biomedical computing.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Experience with optics, fiber optics, and sensors.
- Proficiency in miniaturized systems design and development.
- Strong programming skills in C++ and MATLAB.
- Excellent academic track record.
- Demonstrated scientific writing skills.
- Excellent command of the English language.
- Must hold a Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
- Must be able to provide proof of degree comparability if obtained abroad.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applications must be submitted exclusively through the online portal. Candidates should provide a CV, a letter of motivation, and academic transcripts.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts
Contact
Dimitrios Gkorpas
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