Postdoc Position in Metabolic Imaging: The Department of Nuclear Medicine at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) invites applications for the position of a Postdoctoral Researcher in Metabolic Imaging of Muscle Metabolism. The successful candidate will be involved in cutting-edge multidisciplinary research aimed at elucidating the underlying metabolic mechanisms of muscle metabolism using advanced methods of metabolic research.
Postdoc Position in Metabolic Imaging of Muscle Metabolism
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Metabolic Imaging of Muscle Metabolism
Location:
Technical University of Munich, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Excellent M.Sc. or equivalent degree in physics, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or related fields
- Previous experience in biomedical imaging is advantageous
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, MATLAB)
- Team spirit, capability for independent, self-motivated study
- Strong English and communication skills
Job Description:
The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Establishing imaging biomarkers in a preclinical setting based on magnetic resonance imaging and positron emission tomography
- Implementation and optimization of deuterium, 1H MRSI, and hyperpolarized 13C metabolic MRI for muscle research
- Conducting [18F]FDG-PET small animal imaging
- Developing imaging protocols, processing, and analysis
- Presenting and publishing scientific results
- Formulating imaging strategies for early-stage detection, tumor phenotyping, and therapy response evaluation
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to submit the following complete application documents via email to bewerbung.nuklearmedizin@mri.tum.de:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Contact details of at least two references
- Preferred starting date
Last Date for Apply:
Until position filled
For further information regarding the position, contact Prof. Dr. Franz Schilling at schilling@tum.de.
Note: When applying for this position, please consider the data protection information on collecting and processing personal data contained in your application in accordance with Art. 13 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By submitting your application, you confirm that you have acknowledged the above data protection information of TUM.
