Microscopy Scientist (m/f/x)

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

Faculty of Medicine :
Medical Imaging Center
Light Microscopy

In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for one

Microscopy Scientist (m/f/x).

The Medical Imaging Center Light Microscopy (MIC-LM) employs a wide range of technologies for imaging and image analysis and is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopes, for example to perform Structured Illumination Microscopy (SIM), Photoactivated Localization Microscopy (PALM), and Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM). The MIC-LM is integrated in interdisciplinary projects focusing on cell biology, biomedical molecular biology, immunology, host-pathogen interactions, microbiology, and neurobiology. MIC-LM is embedded within the Medical Research Services Core Facilities and actively contributes to various national and international research consortia, fostering an interactive scientific environment.

The MIC-LM is seeking to recruit a highly motivated scientist to join its team and work in a highly stimulating academic research environment. The successful candidate should have a strong background in advanced light microscopy, ideally including super-resolution microscopy, and an interest in the establishment and development of imaging technologies. Remuneration will be based on qualifications and the salary structure of the TV-L (public service tariff scale). The initial contract is limited to three years.

• Establish, apply and support advanced light microscopy techniques including confocal laser scanning microscopy, fluorescence lifetime and super-resolution microscopy, as well as automated microscopy.
• Generate workflows for automated image acquisition and quantitative analysis, including segmentation and machine learning-assisted image processing and data analysis.
• Manage and organize data acquisition and facilitate access to computing resources for image analysis.
• Advise and assist users with experimental planning, execution, and analysis.
• Train staff and users in image acquisition and analysis techniques through workshops and practical courses.
• Maintain microscopes and computer work stations.

• Ph.D. in physics, biology, biochemistry, chemistry or equivalent qualification, with strong expertise in light microscopy.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize microscopy-based experiments using advanced light microscopy techniques.
• Experience in quantitative image analysis and data management, ideally including automated or machine learning-based segmentation approaches.
• Analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and to coordinate collaborative projects.
• Ability to work in an international team.
• Fluent in English; German knowledge is advantageous but not essential.