The Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) is a member of the Helmholtz Association (HGF) and funded by federal and state government. AWI focuses on polar and marine research in a variety of disciplines such as biology, oceanography, geology, geochemistry and geophysics thus allowing multidisciplinary approaches to scientific goals.
Engineer for magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy (m/f/d)
Background
The core of the AWI's NMR laboratory is a 9.4T MRI scanner for the investigation of living marine organisms. For this we develop multi-parameter MRI and MRS methods to obtain an integrative understanding of climate- and anthropogenic-induced physiological changes in polar and marine organisms. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support the operation of the MRI and the general workflow in the NMR lab, to assist in the preparation, measurement and data analysis of in vivo MR experiments, as well as to support and train external users.
The core of the AWI's NMR laboratory is a 9.4T MRI scanner for the investigation of living marine organisms. For this we develop multi-parameter MRI and MRS methods to obtain an integrative understanding of climate- and anthropogenic-induced physiological changes in polar and marine organisms. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to support the operation of the MRI and the general workflow in the NMR lab, to assist in the preparation, measurement and data analysis of in vivo MR experiments, as well as to support and train external users.
Tasks
- System administration and maintenance of the device and laboratory computers, including data backup
- Ensuring the operation of the magnetic resonance tomograph (MRT), including updates
- Image processing of 2D and 3D data sets; segmentation and quantification of volume data
- Evaluation of dynamic functional MR data (e.g. cardiac function), including statistical processing using univariate and multivariate methods
- Evaluation of in vivo MRS data sets
- Evaluation of longitudinal and multimodal imaging data sets with the support of AI-based evaluation methods
Requirements
Desirable skills and knowledge
- Academic degree (Master) in the field of engineering, physics or similar.
- Practical experience in the operation of nuclear magnetic resonance equipment (NMR, MRI) and data analysis with relevant software (Bruker ParaVision, Horus, MestRe, Fidji)
- Experience in performing in vivo MRI experiments on animals, preferably aquatic invertebrates
- Experience in the development, programming and application of MRI and MRS methods for in vivo experiments
- Commitment and willingness to learn and adapt analytical methods in the field of NMR, MRI and automation
- Good communication skills and fluency in written and spoken German or English
Desirable skills and knowledge
- Ability to perform animal experiments
- Knowledge of performing in vivo MR experiments
Further Information
For any questions you may have, you are very welcome to get in touch with Dr. Christian Bock (Christian.Bock@awi.de; +49(471)4831-2488)
This position is unlimited and in full-time. The position is also suitable for part-time employment. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level 13. The place of employment will be Bremerhaven.
For any questions you may have, you are very welcome to get in touch with Dr. Christian Bock (Christian.Bock@awi.de; +49(471)4831-2488)
This position is unlimited and in full-time. The position is also suitable for part-time employment. The salary will be paid in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Service of the Federation (Tarifvertrag des öffentlichen Dienstes, TVöD Bund), up to salary level 13. The place of employment will be Bremerhaven.
The AWI is characterised by
- our scientific success - excellent research
- collaboration and cooperation - intra-institute, national and international, interdisciplinary
- opportunities to develop – on the job and towards other positions
- an international environment – everyday contact with people from all over the world
- flexible working hours
- Health promotion and company fitness with EGYM Wellpass
- support services and a culture of reconciling work and family
- Occupational pension provision (VBL)
Equal opportunities are an integral part of our personnel policy. The AWI aims to increase the number of employees who are women, and therefore strongly encourages qualified women to apply.
Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present.
Applicants with disabilities will be given preference when equal qualifications are present.
The AWI fosters the compatibility of work and family in various ways and has received a number of awards as a result of this engagement.
We look forward to your application!
Please submit your application, including (1) a letter of motivation, (2) a CV and copies of relevant certificates (degree; training; work experience), by May 9th, 2024. Electronic applications only.
Reference number: 24/43/G/Bio-u
Please submit your application, including (1) a letter of motivation, (2) a CV and copies of relevant certificates (degree; training; work experience), by May 9th, 2024. Electronic applications only.
Reference number: 24/43/G/Bio-u