Doctoral Researcher in Physics (Biophysics/Applied Physics) | Physiker (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This doctoral researcher position, based at the Institute for Applied Physics at the University of Tübingen, is part of the interdisciplinary DFG Graduate School GRK 2543 focused on intraoperative multisensory tissue differentiation in oncology. The successful candidate will conduct research over three years, aiming for a Ph.D. (Dr. rer. nat.). The core focus is on investigating how the elasto-mechanical properties of cells and tissues can be utilized to distinguish between healthy and diseased tissue, particularly in oncology. Day-to-day tasks involve developing and combining innovative measurement methods, including optical and scanning probe microscopy (AFM, SICM), and novel water jet elastography. The long-term goal is to create a multimodal sensor system for minimally invasive surgery. This role requires a Master's degree in Physics, Biophysics, or Engineering, strong interest in experimental research and microscopy, and excellent teamwork skills for interdisciplinary collaboration with biology and medical technology experts.