Postdoc (f/m/x) in Non-Invasive Optoacoustic Sensing

102892

Full time
39 hrs./week

Neuherberg near Munich

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

The at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) are an integrated, multi-disciplinary research unit, which provide bioengineering solutions to urgent societal needs. IBMI scientists develop next-generation imaging and sensing methods to measure previously inaccessible properties of living systems, hence, catalyzing breakthroughs in biology, medicine, and the environment. Comprising 12 inter-disciplinary laboratories and scientists from more than 25 countries, IBMI offers state-of-the-art infrastructure for innovative research and an ideal environment to accelerate your career.

We now seek a highly qualified and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) to drive the development of the world’s first portable mid‑infrared optoacoustic sensor (MiROS) for non‑invasive in‑blood biomarker detection.

Your tasks

• Develop data analysis pipelines and signal processing methods for mid-infrared optoacoustic sensing
• Translate raw optoacoustic signals into robust, quantitative biomarker readouts
• Design and implement inference models for non-invasive in-blood biomarker detection
• Define and evaluate performance metrics, and validate results experimentally, including validation using experimental data
• Collaborate closely with engineering and research partners (e.g. KIT) to integrate methods into a portable sensing system
• Contribute to advancing the MiROS technology from prototype to real-world application

Your profile

• PhD (or MSc with strong experience) in electrical engineering, physics, biomedical engineering, computational science, or a related field
• Strong background in signal processing, data analysis, and statistical modeling
• Programming skills in Python and experience with reproducible workflows
• Experience working with experimental data (e.g. spectroscopy, imaging, sensing technologies)
• Hands-on experimental skills: ability and motivation to work in the lab, run measurement campaigns, and troubleshoot setups during data acquisition
• Good communication skills in English and ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary teams

Desirable qualifications

• Experience with machine learning methods for regression or signal interpretation
• Familiarity with optoacoustic, ultrasound, or biomedical sensing technologies
• Track record of scientific publications or contributions to applied research projects

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 13. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 2 years but may be extended under certain circumstances.

Managing Director Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Benefits

• Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastruture and Core Facilities
• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Ivy Savannah Curren, ivy.curren@helmholtz-munich.de, who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• References from recent employers
• Academic transcripts of records
• Academic transcripts of records

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree by the time you start work at the latest.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

Our commitment

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg