The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG) in Dresden is an international research institute focusing on cell and developmental biology. Currently, approximately 500 employees from over 50 countries work in a highly collaborative and curiosity-driven environment, bringing together computer scientists, theoretical physicists, mathematicians, engineers, biologists, and medical researchers to conduct groundbreaking interdisciplinary research. The MPI-CBG is known for its flat organizational structure, collegiality, shared resources, equal opportunities, and family support. The institute has twice been voted “Best Place to Work” by The Scientist magazine.
Ph.D. student (m/f/d) in the Nanoscale Optical Bioimaging
The Weber group at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics in Dresden, Germany, has an opening for a
Ph.D. student (m/f/d) in the Nanoscale Optical Bioimaging.
The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics in Dresden, Germany, is an institute of the world-renowned Max Planck Society conducting ground-breaking biomedical research at the forefront of science. Currently about 500 employees work at the institute, with half from abroad, representing 50 nations. The institute has won several prizes for its optimal work conditions and family-friendly environment.
Job description:
The Nanoscale Optical Bioimaging group aims at developing innovative optical microscopy techniques to create new tools for studying biological processes in real time at nanoscale resolution. Our lab is rooted in the belief that scientific challenges can be overcome by combining ideas and approaches from different disciplines. Therefore multidisciplinary research encompassing biology, chemistry, physics and engineering is at the core of our work.
We are looking for a highly motivated student with a strong interest in microscopy development and bioimaging. Our work depends on interdisciplinary research and collaboration with biological research groups. The research project aims at developing and constructing innovative microscopes which push beyond the current limitations of optical microscopy and to apply them in biological research.
Required qualifications:
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in a relevant subject (such as physics, biology, chemistry or engineering).
• Solid written and spoken English
• Willingness to learn new skills beyond own field
• Expertise in programming (at least one of the following Python, MatLab, C, C++, C#)
Desirable Skills & Attributes
• Knowledge of mechanical/electronical engineering applicable to microscope development
• Experience in optical design
• Initial exposure or experience with biochemistry
Our offer:
The full-time position is available immediately. Ph.D. students are awarded a four-year appointment after a successful evaluation by the International Max Planck Research School for Cell, Developmental, and Systems Biology (IMPRS-CellDevoSys). Salary and social benefits will be under the regulations of the German TVöD Bund (salary agreement for public service employees).
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The application should include the following materials:
• Cover letter indicating the motivation to apply for this position
• CV
• Transcripts (translated to English or German, if applicable)
• Names and contact details of two potential references
• Short statement of previous research accomplishments (<1 page)
Please submit your application stating the code 2025-Predoc-Bioimaging-2430.
For informal inquiries about the position, please get in touch with Dr. Michael Weber via email: weber@mpi-cbg.de. For questions about the contract or compensation, please contact Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, via hr@mpi-cbg.de.
Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics
Pfotenhauerstr. 108
01307 Dresden, Germany
http://www.mpi-cbg.de
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