Fully Funded PhD Position / Research Associate in Microfluidics & Miniaturized Electrodes at KIT, Germany

Summary

The Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is offering a 3-year, fully funded PhD position / Research Associate role under the Collaborative Research Centre Hyperion. The selected candidate will focus on the design, optimization, and integration of reconfigurable, miniaturized electrodes within microfluidic systems coupled with magnetic resonance tomography.

Fully Funded PhD Position / Research Associate in Microfluidics & Miniaturized Electrodes at KIT

Designation

• PhD Student (f/m/d) / Research Associate (f/m/d)
• Job Posting Number: 344/2026

Overview Table

Research Area

• Microstructure & Microsystems Engineering (MEMS)
• Microfluidics & Sensor Technology
• Magnetic Resonance (NMR / MRI / EPR) Systems & Hardware Integration
• Analog/Digital Electronics & Finite Element Modeling (FEM/CFD)

Location

• Primary Location: Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen (KIT Campus North) and Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Required Education: M.Sc. degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Microelectronics, Physics, Microsystems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Solid knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Preferred Experience:
  • Proficiency in Finite Element Methods (FEM) and CFD simulations.
  • Experience with NMR, microfabrication technologies, signal processing, or data-driven methods (e.g., deep learning).
• Soft Skills: Ability to conduct independent scientific research, work well in interdisciplinary teams, and engage with emerging topics.
• Language Proficiency: Good command of written and spoken English.

Scholarship / Position Description

As part of the Collaborative Research Centre Hyperion, you will contribute to the development of microfluidic channels capable of exposing liquids to electric fields inside a magnetic resonance tomograph using non-magnetic materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize reconfigurable, miniaturized electrodes within a microfluidic environment.
• Design, simulate (FEM/CFD), and optimize microfluidic devices.
• Design digitally programmable drive electronics for electrode actuation on a microfluidic chip.
• Integrate fluidic and electrical actuation systems into magnetic resonance tomographs.
• Publish scientific findings in peer-reviewed international journals, attend conferences, and participate in Hyperion consortium meetings.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your comprehensive application portfolio (CV, academic transcripts, degree certificates, cover/motivation letter, and relevant references).
2. Submit your application directly through the official KIT PSE Job Portal referencing job number 344/2026.
3. Inquiries:
   • Line Management / Academic Details: Dr. Dario Mager (dario.mager@kit.edu)
   • Recruiting & Application Process: Bärbel Gätcke (baerbel.gaetcke@kit.edu | +49 721 608-25010)

Last Date to Apply

• September 13, 2026

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