13.08.2026, Academic staff
Join us in shaping the future of biomedical imaging
We are looking for a PhD student (f/m/d) who wants to take ownership of the software ecosystem behind our computational imaging research.The Chair of Biological Imaging (CBI) at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich form one of Europe's leading centers for biomedical imaging and sensing innovation. Our mission is to create transformative technologies that reveal previously inaccessible biological information and accelerate breakthroughs in medicine, biology, and environmental health.
Our interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers from more than 25 countries develops technologies that bridge fundamental research, clinical translation, and real-world healthcare impact. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, strong industrial partnerships, and a proven track record of innovation, IBMI offers an exceptional environment for ambitious researchers seeking to work at the forefront of bioengineering.Do you want to build software that researchers actually love to use? We are looking for a PhD student (f/m/d) who wants to take ownership of the software ecosystem behind our computational imaging research – from experimental reconstruction algorithms used inside our lab to robust tools used by researchers and imaging experts around the world. We value excellent software as a scientific contribution in its own right.
You will work at the intersection of software engineering, computational imaging, and inverse problems. Your goal will not simply be to implement algorithms, but to turn cutting-edge imaging research into reliable, accessible and extensible software – and to develop new computational methods along the way.
We are looking for someone who cares about users. You will work directly with researchers developing new algorithms, experimentalists acquiring imaging data, and external users applying our methods. We want you to understand what they need, identify where current workflows fail them, and build better ones. This position comes with unusual freedom and ownership. We want you to help define the architecture, interfaces and future direction of our software rather than simply contribute to a predefined codebase.
We are particularly interested in exploring how AI-assisted and agentic software can change the way scientists interact with complex imaging pipelines – for example, by allowing users to formulate analysis tasks at a high level while software agents orchestrate reconstruction, processing and quality-control tools in a transparent and reproducible way.
You will have the opportunity to:This position is embedded within major research and innovation programs funded by the European Union and the German government and offers exceptional opportunities for scientific visibility, professional growth, and future leadership.
Your ProfileWe are looking for talented candidates who combine scientific excellence with a passion for translating innovation into real-world impact.
Required QualificationsParticularly advantageous
This position is your opportunity to help create a new generation of medical technology and medical impact with high dissemination and commercialization potential. You will work in one of the world's leading centers for optoacoustic imaging and gain direct exposure to the entire innovation pipeline, from technology invention and system engineering to clinical validation and regulatory translation. We offer:
Located at the foothills of the Alps, Munich is consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities. It offers a unique ecosystem for scientific excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Contract and ConditionsThe position is initially offered for 3 years, with the possibility of extension and long-term career perspectives based on performance and mutual interests. Compensation is according to TV EntgO Bund EG13-75% according to the public wage agreement of the Federal Republic of German. Helmholtz Munich and TUM are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion. Applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds are warmly encouraged. The position is suitable for filling with severely disabled persons. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference granted otherwise essentially equal suitability, ability and professional performance.
Your ApplicationPlease submit your application (preferably in English), including:
Dr. Dominik Jüstel
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The position is suitable for disabled persons. Disabled applicants will be given preference in case of generally equivalent suitability, aptitude and professional performance.
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