PhD Student in Radiation Biophysics Modelling | PhD student position (all genders) on modelling radiation biophysics

GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwe rionenforschung GmbH

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Aug 15, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This PhD student position at GSI Helmholtzzentrum, a leading particle accelerator facility in Darmstadt, focuses on developing and adapting biophysical models to investigate the temporal dynamics of radiation-induced DNA damage. The successful candidate will explore the impact of temporal exposure variability on radiobiological endpoints, validating results against experimental data in collaboration with project partners. This role is ideal for a curious and organized team player with a strong interest in radiobiology and radiation physics, eager to conduct interdisciplinary research. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to world-leading science within an innovative and excellently equipped research group, working on a project that quantifies complex lesions in dependence on radiation type.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in (bio-)physics, mathematics, or a related field

Experience

  • Interest in modelling complex systems, ideally for particle radiation effects
  • Strong interest in radiobiology and radiation physics
  • Experience in interdisciplinary research between biology and physics

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Position is initially limited for three years.