PhD Position - magnetic resonance imaging-B0 shimming

Your Job:

MRI is a widely utilised, non-invasive medical imaging method rooted in the magnetic characteristics of atomic nuclei. The adaptability of MRI has been demonstrated across diverse applications, including the examination of conditions like brain tumours, stroke, neurodegenerative diseases and psychiatric disorders. Static magnetic field shimming (B0 shimming) is a technique employed to enhance the uniformity of the static magnetic field within an MR system. Ensuring optimal B0 homogeneity is crucial due to its substantial impact on the quality of MR images or NMR spectra. The creation of an innovative shim insert necessitates a blend of robust engineering skills and advanced simulation methodologies spanning various physical domains. To meet this challenge, ZEA-1 and INM-4 will integrate their distinct capabilities to develop a dynamic, hybrid system for local shimming that incorporates both active and passive components. Additionally, they will devise the necessary software to effectively control and operate the system.

Your Profile:

• Master’s degree in engineering sciences, physics or related fields
  
• Strong background and prior hands-on experience in multi-physics simulation methods (e.g. FEM, BEM, MoM & 3D modelling) and in designing an RF receive array
  
• Proven record of product design or prototype development is highly desirable
  
• Knowledge of MR physics, CE certification and manufacturing processes are of additional benefit
  

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We offer ideal conditions for you to complete your doctoral degree:

• A highly motivated working group as well as an international and interdisciplinary working environment at one of Europe’s largest research establishments
  
• Outstanding scientific and technical infrastructure
  
• Opportunity to participate in (international) conferences and project meetings
  
• Continuous scientific mentoring by your scientific advisor
  
• Flexible work (location) arrangements, e.g. remote work
  
• 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
  
• Opportunity to develop your strengths, e.g. through a comprehensive training programme; a structured programme including continuing professional development and networking opportunities specifically designed for Jülich’s doctoral researchers by the Jülich Center for Doctoral Researchers and Supervisors (JuDocS): https://go.fzj.de/JuDocs
  

In addition to exciting tasks and the collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer (https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/julich-as-an-employer/benefits).

The position is initially for a fixed term of 3 years but with the prospect of longer-term employment. The salary is in line with pay group 13 (65 %) of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund). In addition, an annual special payment is granted (“Christmas payment”), which amounts to 60 % of the monthly salary. Further information on doctoral degrees at Forschungszentrum Jülich (including its various branch offices) is available at https://www.fz-juelich.de/en/careers/phd.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.