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
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 highly 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:
- A Master’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Imaging, Physics, or a related discipline
- A 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 ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
- Good command of English (written and spoken); German language skills are a plus
For further information, please contact: Priv.-Doz. Dr. Max Masthoff, max.masthoff@ukmuenster.de, or Univ.-Prof. Dr. Cornelius Faber, faberc@uni-muenster.de
More about our group: https://www.medizin.uni-muenster.de/en/nmr/home/
Apply now via our career portal until 02.07.2025.
Formal applications should include:
- Motivation letter (1 page)
- CV
- Certificates
- Field of expertise
- A reference letter is welcome
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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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