PhD and PostDoc Positions: Imaging: Dr. Cristina Cudalbu from the MRI EPFL Animal Imaging and Technology Section is seeking two highly motivated PhD and PostDoc candidates to work on an innovative project in the area of diffusion-weighted MR spectroscopy/spectroscopic imaging (dMRS/dMRSI) at ultra-high magnetic fields. This interdisciplinary project aims to advance the quantification of brain microstructure using non-invasive imaging
PhD and PostDoc Positions: Shedding Light on the Invisible – Mapping Brain Microstructure Using Diffusion Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopic Imagingmethods.
Summary Table
| Position | PhD and PostDoc Positions |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Mapping Brain Microstructure Using Diffusion Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopic Imaging (dMRSI) |
| Supervisors | Dr. Cristina Cudalbu, Prof. Dimitri Van De Ville |
| Location | CIBM MRI EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Application | Rolling basis; apply early |
Study Area
Biomedical Physics, Bioengineering, Neuroscience, Diffusion MR Spectroscopy, Brain Imaging
Scholarship Description
This project is part of an interdisciplinary collaborative SNSF proposal and will leverage the unique bioimaging facilities of the CIBM MRI EPFL, including the ultra-high field 9.4T and 14.1T in vivo MR systems, cryo-probes, and the first PET/MR insert for preclinical studies in Switzerland. The PhD and PostDoc positions will be integral to pushing the boundaries of dMRSI methodologies and developing new MR-compatible bioreactors for live measurements of 3D brain cell organoids. The work will involve advanced modeling, multimodal preclinical acquisitions, and validation techniques such as 2-photon microscopy and mass spectrometry.
Eligibility
- PhD Position: Master’s degree in (biomedical) physics, bioengineering, neuroscience, or a similar field.
- PostDoc Position: PhD degree in the aforementioned fields.
- Complementary skills in physics/bioengineering and neuroscience are ideal.
- Proficient in English (verbal and written).
- Experience in MRS, MRSI, sequence programming, and programming (Matlab, Python) is advantageous.
- Strong experimental skills, problem-solving ability, and scientific curiosity.
- Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary research environment, including animal and translational biomedical research.
Required Documents
- CV
- Motivation Letter
How to Apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early as applications will be considered until the position is filled. Please send your CV and motivation letter to cristina.cudalbu@epfl.ch.
Last Date
Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Apply early to ensure consideration.
Supervisors
- Dr. Cristina Cudalbu, CIBM MRI EPFL, Cristina Cudalbu Profile, cristina.cudalbu@epfl.ch
- Prof. Dimitri Van De Ville, CIBM MRI EPFL (PhD position only), dimitri.vandeville@epfl.ch
Consortium/Collaborators
- Assistant Prof. Ileana Jelescu, Microstructure Mapping Lab, UNIL
- Prof. Olivier Braissant, Service of Clinical Chemistry, CHUV and Faculty of Biology, UNIGE
- Prof. Stéphane Sizonenko, Neurocenter, UNIGE
We Offer
- A dynamic, interdisciplinary, and international team at Mrs4Brain Group ‒ EPFL.
- A stimulating working environment based in Lausanne, Switzerland.
- Participation in one of the world’s leading transitional brain ultra-high field MRS efforts.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art resources.
- Salary compliant with Swiss National Science Foundation guidelines.
