Scientist (f/m/d), PhD position on the development of microbiopsies for soft X-ray imaging

Scientist (f/m/d), PhD position on the development of microbiopsies for soft X‑ray imaging

Part‑time 75%.

The ERC‑funded Synergy project “NanoX: Nanoscale X‑ray tissue imaging: understanding the pathophysiology of hepatitis E infection” combines expertise from infectious disease, physics, engineering, and structural biology to pioneer targeted micro‑biopsy tools for rapid tissue extraction compatible with soft X‑ray tomography.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop micro‑scale biopsy components for biological tissue sampling.
• Validate biopsy tools on tissue samples, including experiments at synchrotron facilities worldwide.
• Develop and refine protocols for sample handling, design processes, testing outcomes, and system performance.
• Present research progress in project meetings and conferences, including publications and reports.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed a Master’s degree in engineering, mechatronics, physics, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge and ideally initial practical experience in micro‑technologies, automation, and/or microscopy.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research at the interface of engineering, life sciences, and industrial development.
• Excellent analytical and experimental skills and willingness to familiarize with complex technical systems.
• Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary manner, especially with industrial partners and research teams.
• Good written and spoken English skills.

Benefits & Opportunities

Part‑time doctoral degree can be pursued. Work in an international environment with flexible working time models, work‑from‑home options, sports and leisure offers, childcare and holiday care services, and a contribution to the Job Ticket Baden‑Württemberg. Quality canteens offer a variety of dishes, snacks, and beverages.

We prefer to balance the number of employees (f/m/d). We kindly ask female applicants to apply. Recognised severely disabled persons will be preferred if equally qualified.

Apply online until November 16, 2025 using vacancy number 424/2025 to Ms Gätcke, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Human Resources, Hermann‑von‑Helmholtz‑Platz 1, 76344 Eggenstein‑Leopoldshafen, Germany.

For further information, contact Prof. Dr. Weinhardt at

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