PhD Position – Cryogenic 4D-STEM Imaging: Forschungszentrum Jülich, specifically the Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C), invites applications for a PhD position in the field of method development for cryogenic 4D-STEM imaging. This position is part of the ERC-funded 4D-BioSTEM synergy project, focusing on advancing scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) methodologies and developing a cryo-EM tool for high-contrast, high-resolution imaging in biological specimens.
Designation: PhD Researcher
Research Area: Cryogenic 4D-STEM Imaging, Structural Biology, Material Science, Electron Microscopy
Location: Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in biophysics, biochemistry, molecular or cell biology, or a related field. Physics master’s applicants are encouraged.
- Experimental skills in biophysics, molecular cell biology, and associated data analysis.
- Prior knowledge of physical and/or structural biology electron microscopy techniques is advantageous.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work in an international and interdisciplinary team.
Job Description:
PhD Position – Method Development of Cryogenic 4D-STEM Imaging
- Develop novel methods for applying 4D-STEM techniques to biological specimens.
- Operate high-resolution electron microscopes with ice-embedded biological samples, utilizing hybrid pixel detectors.
- Perform image analysis of 4D-STEM data to determine high-resolution cryo-EM structures of ice-embedded test specimens and in situ cellular samples.
- Employ advanced imaging methods in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of physicists and structural biologists.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official application portal of Forschungszentrum Jülich. For additional details on the application process and specific documents required, please refer to the Forschungszentrum Jülich website.
Last Date for Apply: Until position filled
Additional Information:
- Further information on the research and the project can be found at Forschungszentrum Jülich – Sachse Group.
- Watch a video introducing the team and providing insights into the institute here.
Our Offer:
- Work on cutting-edge issues with societal impact.
- Opportunity to contribute actively to shaping change.
- Ideal conditions for completing a doctoral degree at one of the largest research centers in Germany.
- Access to excellent scientific equipment and leading European computational resources.
- Located on a green campus near cultural centers such as Köln, Düsseldorf, and Aachen.
- Vibrant biophysics, bioinformatics, and structural biology community.
- Well-supported scientific infrastructure within an outstanding electron microscopy environment.
- Access to high-level cryo-EM infrastructure at the Ernst-Ruska Centre.
- Work in a dynamic team of researchers from various disciplines.
- Opportunities for further development through training courses and networking events.
Note: The employment of doctoral researchers at Jülich is governed by a doctoral contract, usually with a term of three years, offering attractive pay in line with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund).
