The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.
 
Join our team to push the boundaries of high-resolution X-ray imaging for biological soft tissue. We develop advanced X-ray methods to uncover new insights into neural structures. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of experimental imaging, collaborating with experts in neurobiology, method development, and computational imaging. We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds who are eager to contribute and expand their expertise in experimental imaging.

For the Coherent X-ray Scattering Group at PSI, we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Fellow on High-Throughput X-ray Ptychographic Imaging 80-100%

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Your tasks

  • Conducting X-ray ptychographic imaging experiments to achieve high-throughput high-resolution imaging of brain tissue. This may include, according to your interests: 
  1. Adapting the LaMNI endstation for compatibility with a new high-speed detector system at SLS 2.0, ensuring robust and high-fidelity imaging 
  2. Optimizing imaging strategies, including rational data acquisition approaches and high-sensitivity measurement techniques 
  3. Prototyping data processing approaches
  • Acquiring and analyzing a benchmark dataset of brain tissue, contributing to the broader goal of large-scale neuronal circuit reconstruction 
  • Engaging in beamline experiments, both for your research and in collaboration with other scientists, gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge X-ray techniques 
  • Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, including experts in synchrotron instrumentation, neurobiology, and computational imaging

Your profile

  • PhD degree in physics, biology, medical imaging, or a related field 
  • We encourage applications from researchers with experience in large-scale imaging techniques, even if they have not previously worked with ptychography, laminography, or synchrotron-based X-ray methods 
  • Hands-on experience with experimental techniques, such as X-ray or electron microscopy, or computational imaging, is advantageous 
  • Ability to work at the beamline, engage in experimental troubleshooting, and optimize data acquisition strategies
  • Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and a collaborative mindset

We offer

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure. 

Your employment contract is limited to two years.

For further information, please contact, Dr. Andreas Menzel, (andreas.menzel@psi.ch, +41 56 310 37 11).


Please submit your application online by 30 March 2025 (including a cover letter, CV, and contact information for referees) for the position as a/an Title (index no. 6113-00).


Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Robin Schmid , 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland