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

Universitätsklinikum Münster


Datum: vor 21 Stunden
Stadt: Münster, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Vertragstyp: Ganztags
PhD Student (gn*) Biology, Biomedical Imaging, Physics or a related field

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: 10809

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 contribution at the Clinic for Radiology!

We are seeking a motivated PhD student to join our interdisciplinary research team investigating the dynamics of immune cells in cancer. The focus of the project is on single-cell tracking using advanced MRI techniques. As part of the Experimental Magnetic Resonance Group, you will explore immune cell behavior in vivo using time-lapse MRI, intravital microscopy, and histological validation within murine cancer models. We offer an association with the Collaborative Research Centre 1450 “Insight - Multiscale imaging of organ-specific inflammation” graduate school.

Responsibilities

  • Utilizing and advancing time-lapse MRI to track individual immune cells in vivo and investigate their intravascular motion in cancer
  • Performing intravital microscopy, light sheet fluorescence microscopy, and histological validation to complement MRI results
  • Participating in collaborative research efforts within CRC1450 Multiscale Imaging and contributing to scientific publications and presentations

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Imaging, Physics, or a related discipline
  • Strong interest in in vivo imaging, cell tracking, functional cell analysis, and data interpretation
  • Previous experience with imaging techniques or animal models is advantageous
  • High scientific motivation and the willingness to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
  • Good command of English (written and spoken); German language skills are a plus

BENEFITS:

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