The RWTH Aachen University Hospital combines medical care, teaching and research at an international standard. The University Clinic covers the entire spectrum of medicine, with 37 specialist clinics, 35 institutes and six interdisciplinary units. Integrating health care, research and teaching in one central building, this hospital provides optimal conditions for intensive interdisciplinary exchange and collaboration, as well as for clinical and scientific networking. Outstandingly well-qualified teams of doctors, nurses and scientists competently care for the health of patients. Patient-centered medicine and follow-up care at high quality standards is ensured by the approximately 9,000 staff. With 1,400 beds, the University Clinic cares for around 50,000 inpatient and 200,000 outpatient cases per year.
The department of Experimental Molecular Imaging - IBMT / ExMI - is offering
PhD positions (f/m/d) for Design & Characterization of PET/MRI Modules

DESCRIPTION AND ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

As part of the HD-MetaPET project (BMBF), we are developing and integrating a PET insert for our research chair’s 1.5T MRI system, focusing on precise electromechanical design and low electromagnetic interference to enable simultaneous acquisition, leveraging our proven expertise in PET-MRI system integration tailored to specific research needs.

• Development of novel mechanical integration concepts for PET modules in MRI
• Investigation of RF shielding strategies for optimal MRI signal integrity
• Design and implementation of cooling and power distribution systems
• Collaborate with the local workshop and external manufacturers to produce components
• Participate in the commissioning, testing, and installation phases, working closely with the team
• Systematic characterization of detector performance parameters

Please refer the Job description for details