Lead Development Scientist/Engineer – Optoacoustic Imaging Systems (f/m/d)

25.06.2026, Wissenschaftliches Personal

The Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) form one of Europe's leading centers for biomedical imaging and sensing innovation. Our mission is to create transformative technologies that reveal previously inaccessible biological information and accelerate breakthroughs in medicine, biology, and environmental health. Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers from more than 25 countries develops technologies that bridge fundamental research, clinical translation, and real-world healthcare impact. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, strong industrial partnerships, and a proven track record of innovation, IBMI offers an exceptional environment for ambitious researchers seeking to work at the forefront of bioengineering.

The Opportunity
We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated scientist or engineer (f/m/d) to play a leading role in the development and clinical translation of a next-generation optoacoustic imaging platform. This project aims to establish entirely new ways of assessing human wellness and disease, focusing on novel functional and metabolic tissue readings obtained non-invasively. This advance will open opportunities for earlier diagnosis, monitoring, and personalized management of cardio-metabolic disorders.

As part of a multidisciplinary team spanning mathematics, computation and AI, engineering, physics, medicine, and regulatory science, you will contribute to bridging technological innovation with the pathway that brings breakthrough imaging technologies into human studies and clinical practice.

You will have the opportunity to:
• Drive the development of advanced optoacoustic instrumentation and sensing technologies.
• Understand in depth the regulatory and quality-management activities supporting first-in-human studies.
• Contribute to device validation, performance characterization, and clinical translation.
• Collaborate with leading clinical, industrial, and academic partners across Europe.
• Design and implement novel optical, electronic, and system-level solutions.
• Publish in leading journals, present at international conferences, and contribute to intellectual property generation.
• Help redefine how health and disease are assessed in future medicine.

This position is embedded within major research and innovation programs funded by the European Union and the German government and offers exceptional opportunities for scientific visibility, professional growth, and future leadership.

Your profile
We are looking for talented candidates who combine scientific excellence with a passion for translating innovation into real-world impact.

Required qualifications
• Education in Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Medical Technology, Computer Science or related disciplines with a strong academic record.
• An aptitude for navigating the medical device regulatory process.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Optical systems and photonics