Stable, rare nuclides—most notably ¹³C and ²H—can be used as contrast agents in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging. This enables the observation of metabolic processes with high spatial and temporal resolution, which is invaluable for applications such as cancer diagnostics. The challenge lies in the low concentrations involved, as well as the low sensitivity of conventional NMR and MRI systems to such nuclides. You will investigate how the sensitivity of MRI and NMR detector systems can be improved through cryogenic cooling and geometric optimization.

Organizational unit

Institute of Microstructure Technology (IMT)

Job description

You will have the following tasks:

• Development of a new type of NMR/MRI probe head optimized for the detection of rare nuclides such as ¹³C and ²H. The primary electronic structures should be designed for minimal noise through cryogenic cooling.
• Electronic and mechanical design, construction, and testing of prototypes.
• Supervise master’s and semester thesis projects.
• Publish your findings in international journals and present them at international conferences.

This position offers the opportunity to pursue a doctorate alongside your research work.

Starting date

as soon as possible

Personal qualification

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Experimental Physics, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge and experience in magnetic resonance, cryogenic and vacuum technology, as well as in the design and construction of scientific instruments, are advantageous.

Salary

Salary category 13, depending on the fulfillment of professional and personal requirements.