PhD candidate (all genders) in medical physics research

In the Medical Physics group of the Department of Radiotherapy and Radio-Oncology we are looking for a PhD candidate in the field of pre-clinical imaging and physics of ionizing radiation. The PhD studies will be conducted within the reearch project DEMOSTRAR, which is funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). The aim of this project is the development of small-animal phantoms for image-guided pre-clinical radiotherapy, in close collaboration with the Institute of Product Development and Mechanical Engineering Design (PKT) of the Technical University Hamburg ( ).

Your tasks:

Design and carry out experimental and computation studies

Collect and analyse data, discuss and share results with research partners

Publish and disseminate scientific results (publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at conferences and symposia)

Participate in research and teaching activities of the UKE Medical Physics group

This position is to be filled with 65 % of the regual weekly working hours and temporary for three years in accordance with the WissZeitVG.

Our Offer

Fair and transparent compensation in accordance with our collective bargaining agreement ( TVöD/VKA ) (€ 63,600 - € 91,100), taking into account qualifications and professional experience. The salary range applies to a full-time position of 38.5 hours per week. The amounts listed are guidelines and do not constitute a salary guarantee.

Targeted and individualized professional development at both the technical and project levels is provided, offering long-term prospects in a meaningful work environment

Comprehensive continuing education and training programs at our UKE Academy for Education and Career

Opportunities to help shape our “UKE INside” personnel policy through cross-functional and cross-hierarchical projects

Sustainable commuting: Subsidies for the Deutschlandticket as a job ticket and Dr. Bike bicycle service

Excellent health, prevention, and sports programs

Family-friendly work environment: Partnerships for childcare, free vacation care, counseling for employees with family members requiring care

A secure job, meaningful work, and a supportive team environment

Structured onboarding and open knowledge sharing within the team

Our employee restaurant offers a wide variety of culinary options; additional options are available at the “Health Kitchen” cafés and bistros and at a supermarket located directly on the premises

Your Profile

Completed scientific studies (M.Sc. or equivalent degree) in Physics, Medical Physics, or related subjects

Extended knowledge in the fields of radiation dosimetry and pre-clinical imaging

Good knowledge of the Monte Carlo method for physical simulations of radiation and light transport

Fluence in German and English (spoken and written)

Knowledge of the finite-element method and appropriate software packages is desirable

Independent and critical approach to research questions

Communication skills, team spirit, deep interest in working in an interdisciplinary team

About us

We live diversity and value variety

We offer a work environment that provides equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, ethnic and social origin, or religion. This is confirmed by our accession to the Charter of Diversity. We explicitly aim to increase the proportion of women in management positions, especially among scientific personnel in research and teaching. Women with equal qualifications will be given priority. The same applies in the case of under-representation of one gender in the advertised area. Persons with severe disabilities with equal aptitude, competence, and professional performance will be given priority.