PhD candidate (d/w/m) in radiology with a focus on multiparametric MRI

PhD candidate (d/w/m) in radiology with a focus on multiparametric MRI

Specialty: Nuclear medicine, Radiology Work time: part-time (75%) Start date: 01.01.2027 Employment period: limited until 30.06.2030 Application deadline: 30.08.2026 Deployment location: Charité Campus Charité Mitte Jobcode: 7764 Salary group: E13/Ä1

About the project

The MR Elastography Working Group is part of the interdisciplinary Collaborative Research Center (SFB) 1340 at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin and conducts research at the intersection of medicine, preclinical research, physics, and computer science.

This subproject focuses on investigating tumor-associated inflammation and biophysical interactions between the tumor and the liver to identify imaging markers for disease progression and response to therapeutic treatment. The markers will also be evaluated to analyze the response to image-guided, locoregional therapies in interventional radiology.

The project involves:

• Performing quantitative MRI/MRE scans
• Analyzing biosamples from patients with hepatocellular carcinoma
• Correlating imaging studies (conducted before and after locoregional therapy) with molecular and histopathological findings from peri-interventional liver and tumor biopsies

In collaboration with clinical and scientific partners within the SFB 1340, the project combines methodological development, experimental ultrasound and MRI systems, and biophysical modeling into a translational research approach.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Planning and optimizing MRI examination protocols and sequences
• Independently performing MRI/MRE examinations as part of scientific studies (when necessary)
• MR image analysis and biostatistical evaluations
• Preparation of scientific publications
• Entitlement to dedicated time for academic training (doctoral degree) according to 110 (4), sentence 3 BerlHG

Qualifications

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in biomedical engineering, physics, or a related field
• Practical experience in MRI and an interest in oncological imaging
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis, as well as prior experience in biostatistics
• Excellent written and spoken English skills

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in programming MRI sequences
• Experience in conducting clinical trials
• Meticulous, independent, and self-directed work style with a high degree of initiative
• Ability to quickly familiarize yourself with new subject areas
• Conceptual thinking and the ability to interpret scientific data for high-quality scientific manuscripts

What Charité offers

• Highly professional work environment in motivated and interdisciplinary teams
• Future-oriented, varied, and demanding position with a high degree of personal responsibility and decision-making opportunities
• Intercultural team events and a well-structured onboarding phase
• Extensive in-house training, professional development, and further qualifications
• Special offers in shopping, travel, and sports
• Bike leasing via "JobRad" and subsidized bike repair workshop for employees
• Certified as a family-friendly university and company since 2007

Working Conditions

• Part-time (75%)
• Limited until 30.06.2030 (tied to project duration)
• 30 days of paid vacation per year
• Salary group E13/Ä1 according to TVöD VKA-K (yearly gross salary based on a full-time position, excluding yearly bonus and additional pay)

Application

Charité welcomes all applicants regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, or ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.

Applications are only accepted via the application portal for data protection reasons. For inquiries, contact: Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Jing Guo ( )