Your Tasks
Position Overview:
We invite applications for a motivated doctoral researcher to join our interdisciplinary team specializing in scale-bridging correlative tomography to investigate hierarchical porous structures. The successful candidate will focus on characterizing stationary phase materials (SPMs) used in chromatography, as well as other porous materials, utilizing state-of-the-art imaging techniques such as electron tomography (ET), nano X-ray computed tomography (nano-CT), and micro-computed tomography (micro-CT).
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct detailed 3D characterization of porous and particulate materials on different scales with the overarching goal of understanding irregularities and designing optimized porous structures.
* Develop tailored sample preparation workflows, including laser ablation and focused ion beam (FIB), for correlative imaging experiments.
* Refine workflows and algorithms for data acquisition, reconstruction, and registration to enhance correlative 3D reconstructions.
* Implement advanced machine and deep learning segmentation strategies to improve quantitative analysis of hierarchical pore networks.
* Collaborate with material synthesis teams to optimize SPM structures based on imaging feedback.
* Analyze 3D pore data to support simulations of diffusion, transport, and particle self-assembly.
Your Profile
Your Qualifications:
* Master’s degree or equivalent in Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field with competitive grades.
* Strong interest in tomographic imaging techniques and data analysis.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* Able to work in an interdisciplinary team, high level of independence and diligence.
* Able to present ideas and results to a broad audience.
* Proficient in the English language; proficiency in the German language is beneficial though not essential.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Prior experience with SEM/FIB, TEM or X-ray microscopy methods is a plus but not required.
* Experience with tomographic imaging techniques and data analysis.
* Programming skills and familiarity with image processing and analysis software.
* A keen interest in advancing methodological developments in tomography and materials characterization.
Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer
* Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
* 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
* Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
What We Offer:
* A dynamic research environment with access to cutting-edge microscopy and tomography facilities.
* Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and networking within the scientific community.
* A comprehensive training program and mentorship from leading experts in the field.
* Excellent support during the academic qualification phase
* Structured doctoral degree programs
* Systematic career development in collaboration with the Graduate Center
* Thorough onboarding process with a dedicated team
* Joint team activities
* Subsidized food and drinks in our student restaurants
* Place of work within comfortable walking distance of public transport
* Family-friendly environment with childcare options, also during school holidays
* Flexible working hours
* A wide range of training courses and opportunities for professional development
* Active health management
Payment
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