Orbem is an impact-driven deep tech startup from Munich, Germany. We develop fast, accurate, and accessible imaging solutions that provide access to otherwise unattainable sources of knowledge. We seek to make a difference – and develop solutions to sustainably feed the world, accelerate the transition to a green economy, and transform disease detection. Join us!

Senior MRI Scientist

Starting date: as soon as possible
Our compensation package: €70,000 - €75,000 in yearly salary, €20,000 - €40,000 in equity. Additionally up to €5,000 p.a. in company benefits
Office location: Munich, Germany (on-site only)

Your role

You develop and build the next generation of our AI-powered MRI solution. You implement state-of-the-art methods to realize our vision of a fast, cheap, and simple MRI. Being part of our innovation team, you transform cutting-edge research into a breakthrough product. By leveraging your curiosity and excellent problem-solving skills, you unlock the next stage of our product development.

Your day to day

On a typical day you will:

• work at our MRI systems developing new methods for accelerated imaging

• optimize imaging protocols maximizing image quality, speed and AI performance

• implement quality assurance methods for imaging

• write and maintain production-level code for MR sequences and image processing
  

• design studies for validation of new imaging applications

Requirements

Your experiences and skills

Fit our values

• We own every challenge: we enjoy complexity and thrive under uncertainty

• We strive for better: we seize any opportunity for growth and challenge the status quo. We are constantly learning and improving

• We imagine new frontiers: we think beyond ‘doable’ and ‘reasonable’. We design a sustainable and healthy future together

MRI Expertise

• You have experience developing and maintaining production level components for MRI with high-quality standards

• You have experience with MR pulse sequence development and imaging optimization

• You have experience with MR reconstruction algorithms

• You have strong MR physics and engineering knowledge

• You have a solid understanding of MR hardware components

Coding & Data fluency

• You have a strong statistics and data analysis foundation
• You have strong coding skills in Python and C/C++
• You have experience with AI methods for MRI
• You appreciate the value of best practices for writing high-quality production code
  

What makes you stand out from other candidates

Scientific approach

• You can deal with complex contexts, structuring, and extracting essential takeaways

• You follow a data-based mindset, finding evidence by utilizing the highest experimental research standards

• You know how to translate gained data insights into derived conclusions

Translating interdisciplinarity

• You are an ambitious learner, developing and understanding new ideas for imaging

• You turn thoughts into action, implementing methods efficiently with a focus on detail

Innovating the status quo

• You embrace exploring new approaches
  

• You enjoy interdisciplinary perspectives

• You iterate fast, ensuring up-to-date knowledge integration

What we offer

International environment: 5 different continents, 25+ nationalities driven by the same purpose: shedding light on the world’s toughest challenges
Attractive package: You participate in Orbem’s success with stock options, which you receive on top of your salary. We also offer visa and relocation support and several benefits such as: yearly Learning & Development budget (€1,750), Fitness club membership (USC, Wellpass), Kita/Kindergarten fee reimbursement and more!
Work-life balance: We commit to creating an environment where our employees can find the balance they need. Besides flexible working hours, home office, 30 days per year of paid leave and sick child leave, you will also be able to work from abroad (for up to 60 days every year) while experiencing new cultures and environments
Make a difference: You’ll work in a scale-up environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and make a visible impact
You join an ambitious team working on breakthrough technology: We offer you a plain playing field to explore and design. During your time with Orbem, we support you in discovering your strengths and defining a vision for your professional future. We hope to teach you some things, but more importantly, we also want to learn from you. Apply now!

Your team

As a Senior MRI Scientist/Engineer you become part of our diverse and international Imaging team with teammates from 10 different countries. You’ll collaborate with the AI and integration teams to build strong AI-powered MRI applications. Learn more about the team members, their work, and challenges here: https://orbem.ai/

At Orbem, we're committed to building a smart, diverse team, and we recognize that self-doubt can prevent talented individuals from applying. If you feel you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you anyway!