The Coherent Imaging Division, an experimental research group within the
Center for Free Electron Laser Science (CFEL) at the Deutsches
Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY), seeks exceptional candidates for doctoral
studies. 

The Coherent Imaging group (http://desy.cfel.de/cid/) develops novel
methods for imaging with the use of X-ray free electron lasers and
synchrotron sources, with an emphasis on bioparticles and
macromolecules. The determination of the structure of such objects is
particularly sensitive to radiation damage, which we aim to overcome by
using ultrafast X-ray pulses that outrun this damage. These modern light
sources enable our team to take stop-motion pictures of molecules and
bioparticles, shedding light on their fundamental mechanisms.
Additionally, instrumentation such as detectors, optics, and particle
delivery systems, are being engineered to suit the needs of X-ray
imaging experiments. Algorithms and software tools have also been
designed to process large volumes of data that are collected during such
experiments. Our methods offer new opportunities for examining
biological particles whose molecular function is unknown, providing
valuable insights into disease and drug design.

Students who join our group will obtain first-hand cutting-edge research
experience in an international and interdisciplinary setting. In
addition, graduates will have access to world-class scientific
facilities and an array of professional development opportunities while
working side by side with leaders in the scientific community.

Research Projects:
- Extreme X-ray intensity protein crystallography
- Imaging 2D and helical protein crystals by coherent X-ray diffraction
- Single-particle coherent diffractive imaging
- Time-resolved nanocrystallography
- New strategies for solving the phase problem with serial femtosecond
crystallography
- Nucleation and growth of protein nanocrystals

Program Details:
The doctoral program is a collaboration with CFEL/DESY and the
University of Hamburg. PhD students are to conduct original research
under the guidance of Professor Henry Chapman, Coherent Imaging Division
Director and Faculty member at University of Hamburg. Academic studies
and skills development will be determine on a case-by-case basis
depending on education and work background. Students who complete their
research thesis, which normally takes 3 years, will receive a doctorate
from the University of Hamburg.

Requirements:
We are looking for talented and highly motivated individuals with a
background in physics, biophysics, or a related field. Candidates must
hold a Master's degree or a comparable degree in one of those areas.
Candidates must also have good verbal and written English skills.

To learn more information about the PhD positions please see attachment
or visit our webpage at
http://desy.cfel.de/cid/employment_and_academic_opportunities/ 


We appreciate your interest and highly encourage candidates that meet
our criteria to apply. 


Join us as we continue to pioneer the field of ultrafast coherent
diffractive imaging!






Best regards,

Kattina Famoso

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY
Ein Forschungszentrum der Helmholtz-Gemeinschaft
Center for Free Electron Laser Science (FS-CFEL-1)
Notkestr. 85
22607 Hamburg
Germany

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