Doctoral Researcher (f/m/d) Quantitative Imaging of Microbial Processes with Positron Emission Tomography | Doktorand (w/m/d) Quantitative Bildgebung mikrobieller Prozesse mit Positronen-Emissionstomographie

Job Summary

This doctoral researcher position at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) focuses on cutting-edge research in quantitative imaging of microbial processes using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) for radioecological applications. The successful candidate will be involved in developing and testing radiotracers, cultivating and characterizing microbes, and analyzing advective cell transport and film growth in porous media using PET. The role requires strong knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry, with a preference for experience in radiochemistry and handling radioactive materials. The position offers a stimulating research environment, strong scientific networking, and a structured doctoral program at the University of Leipzig, making it an excellent opportunity for highly motivated individuals passionate about interdisciplinary scientific inquiry.