PhD Student (f/m/d) Magnetic shielding for real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) integrated proton therapy

Shared between both institutes, the Departments of Medical Radiation Physics and the Dresden High Magnetic Field Laboratory are looking for a

PhD Student (f/m/d)
working on the topic of "Magnetic shielding for real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) integrated proton therapy"

The position will be available from 1 March 2024. The employment contract is limited to 36 months. The place of work is Dresden. The working time amounts to 19,5 h/week.

Your tasks:

You will develop scientific results in the field of MR-integrated proton therapy in the research group "Experimental MR-integrated proton therapy" and the "Dresden High Magnetic Field Laboratory", specifically on the topic "Magnetic shielding for real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) integrated proton therapy" as a basis for writing the dissertation. This includes:

• Carrying out literature research
• Planning, carrying out and evaluating combined irradiation experiments and magnetic field measurements
• Planning, carrying out and evaluating magnetic material analyses and computer simulations
• Planning and production of magnetic shielding devices
• Publication and presentation of scientific results

Your profile:

• Above-average university degree (Master) in the field of physics, engineering physics, medical physics or in a related field of study, preferably with in-depth knowledge of material and radiation physics
• Application-ready knowledge of the respective field of study
• The mastery and use of scientific methods
• Independent working style
• Good to very good knowledge of English, both written and spoken

Our offer:

• A vibrant research community in an open, diverse and international work environment
• Scientific excellence and extensive professional networking opportunities
• A structured PhD program with a comprehensive range of continuing education and networking opportunities – more information about the PhD program at the HZDR can be found here
• Salary and social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public sector (TVöD Bund) including 30 days of paid holiday leave, company pension scheme (VBL)
• We support a good work-life balance with the possibility of part-time employment, mobile working and flexible working hours
• Numerous company health management offerings
• Employee discounts with well-known providers via the platform Corporate Benefits
• An employer subsidy for the "Deutschland-Ticket Jobticket"

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