MR Scientist/Group Lead at Institute for Biomedical Engineering

The Preclinical Imaging Centre (PIC) at the Institute for Biomedical Engineering (IBT), jointly affiliated with the University of Zurich and ETH Zurich, seeks a highly motivated MR scientist to lead the development of groundbreaking magnetic resonance and multimodal imaging technology for preclinical applications. The PIC consolidates several research groups devoted to the development of novel structural, functional, metabolic and molecular imaging methods for functional neuroimaging, cancer and cardiovascular research and more. State-of-the-art infrastructure for in vivo imaging in rodents includes advanced 9.4T MRI scanners, multispectral optoacoustic tomography, fluorescence microscopes, ultrafast ultrasound, as well as hybrid imaging platforms not available elsewhere.

You will lead the development of new methodologies and biological applications of preclinical magnetic resonance imaging with a major focus on brain research and neurodegeneration

Support and expand our collaborative network with the local and international biomedical research partners

Depending on career stage and aspirations, the position may involve recruitment of grant funding and developing own research directions at a group lead level

PhD degree and/or postdoctoral experience in physics, biomedical or electrical engineering or related fields with a strong focus on magnetic resonance imaging

Deep knowledge of MR imaging and spectroscopy hardware, sequences, and state-of-the-art methodologies

Strong scientific publication record

Analytical skills and programming expertise with data/image processing and analysis

Practical experience with in vivo animal experimentation

Willingness to acquire competitive funding  

Excellent command of English, self-motivation, goal-oriented and positive attitude

Core-funded position with an initial two-year term and performance-based long term perspective

Working in a world top research institution with an international, multi-disciplinary, highly innovative, well-equipped and scientifically stimulating environment

Excellent training, career development and exchange opportunities

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

Letter of motivation

Curriculum Vitae

List of publications

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or post will not be considered.

Further information about Institute for Biomedical Engineering can be found on our website https://biomed.ee.ethz.ch/. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Prof. Daniel Razansky via email at daniel.razanskyuzh.ch (no direct applications to this email address).