PhD Student in MRI Methodology in Zürich

At the Institute for Biomedical Engineering (IBT), one research focus is on imaging techniques based on magnetic resonance (MRI). With more than 50 employees and in close collaboration with industrial partners, we develop new MRI methods from basic physics to engineering solutions and medical applications. In the Magnetic Resonance Technology and Methods group (head Prof. Klaas Prüssmann), we are looking for a Physicist or Engineer to be employed as a PhD student.

The aim of this position is to strengthen pioneering efforts in MRI of tissues and tissue components with very short-lived resonance signals. Current advances in this area promise to expand the scope of MRI to solid tissues and macromolecules to which it has traditionally been blind, such as myelin or collagen. Gaining noninvasive access to these tissues has the potential to improve the quality of medical treatment for a range of diseases including multiple sclerosis and osteoporosis. The activity addresses the full breadth of this challenge, ranging from physical principles and novel instrumentation to strategies for image encoding and reconstruction strategies as well as applications in basic research and medicine.

You have

• a solid background in physics or electrical engineering (or equivalent)
• a master's degree
• affinity to experimental tasks
• interest in biomedical questions

You will benefit from

• sound programming skills
• ability to work in a self-dependent, proactive and targeted manner
• creativity, commitment and collaborative spirit
• good English language skills

​​​​​​ETH Zurich offers a vibrant, competitive research environment, excellent infrastructure, comprehensive course offerings, and full employment with a highly competitive salary. You will be part of an international team at the cutting edge of the field, committed to excellence and joy in research as well as good lab community.