PhD Position – Nanoscale Characterization: Join an innovative project focused on the characterization of biodegradable magnesium alloys for medical implants. This PhD position aims to explore the formation and degradation mechanisms of alloys containing Long Periodic Stacking Ordered (LPSO) phases, employing advanced imaging techniques and deep learning methodologies.
PhD Position – Multimodal Nanoscale Characterization of Biodegradable Magnesium-LPSO Alloys
Designation
PhD Researcher
Research Area
Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science
Location
Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon at the DESY campus in Hamburg, and Forschungszentrum Jülich.
Eligibility/Qualification
- University degree (M.Sc., diploma, or equivalent) in materials science, engineering sciences, or physics.
- Experience in at least one of the following methods: X-ray imaging, transmission electron microscopy, and/or atom probe tomography.
- Proficiency in image processing.
- Programming experience with Python or Matlab is highly desired.
- Strong team spirit with excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Willingness to travel between research centers.
Job Description
You will be responsible for:
- Developing experimental protocols for imaging Mg-LPSO alloys that have undergone degradation in a physiological environment using high-resolution X-ray nanotomography.
- Localizing and preparing regions of interest for analysis with high-resolution transmission electron microscopy and atom probe tomography.
- Conducting high-resolution transmission electron microscopy experiments and atom probe tomography.
- Applying deep learning algorithms to correlate and analyze experimental data.
The role predominantly takes place in Hamburg.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the designated application portal linked on the official website. Applications will be accepted until the position is successfully filled, so early submission is encouraged.
Last Date for Apply
The position will remain open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
For further details, please refer to the official job posting and FAQs linked in the description.
