PhD Student or Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics or Medical Physics | Doktorandin / Doktorand oder Postdoc (m/w/d) Physik, Medizinphysik oder vergleichbar (26-57-6B)
Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt
Job Summary
This role is part of the European research project 'Metrology for Spectral CT', coordinated by the PTB. As a PhD Student or Postdoc, you will focus on developing innovative methods for personalized CT dosimetry and advancing quantitative imaging via spectral CT. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and executing scientific research, conducting measurement campaigns in collaboration with international partners (including university clinics and CT manufacturers), and presenting findings at global conferences. You will also be responsible for preparing scientific publications. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at a leading national metrology institute, contributing to world-class standards in medical imaging and radiation therapy. Whether starting a doctoral thesis or bringing postdoctoral expertise, you will work in a highly collaborative, international environment at the intersection of physics, medicine, and data science.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or Diploma in Physics, Medical Physics, or a comparable field; a PhD is required for the Postdoc level and advantageous for the doctoral position.
Experience
- Professional experience in data analysis and development of computer simulations
- Experience in the interaction of ionizing radiation with matter
- Experience in radiation transport simulation using Monte Carlo methods is advantageous
- Experience in scientific publishing and presenting at international conferences
- Proven ability to work independently in a structured and goal-oriented manner
- Experience in organizing and conducting experimental measurement campaigns
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; suitability and willingness to work as an occupationally radiation-exposed person; physical fitness for organizing and conducting measurement campaigns at partner sites.
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