Detector Scientist – PET Detector Physics

About the role

Siemens Healthineers is hiring a Detector Scientist specializing in PET detector physics. You will contribute to the research, development and experimental validation of advanced detector technologies for next-generation Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging systems. The role is a hands-on, individual contributor R&D position combining detector physics, experimental methods and data analysis with active laboratory work such as experimental setup, testing, characterization and troubleshooting. It does not include direct people management or formal project management.

Key responsibilities

• Design, build, test and characterize experimental detector systems and laboratory prototypes
• Plan and run feasibility studies, simulations and experimental evaluations of detector performance
• Investigate technologies involving scintillators, photosensors, detector electronics and signal processing
• Measure and characterize timing resolution, energy resolution, sensitivity and other imaging parameters
• Develop test configurations and data acquisition approaches, and analyze data to recommend design improvements
• Support detector development from concept through prototype evaluation, system integration, manufacturing support and product improvement
• Work with R&D, systems engineering, manufacturing, quality and product management teams, and with external suppliers and academic partners
• Document findings in reports, presentations, publications and invention disclosures

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Nuclear Engineering or a related experimental science or engineering discipline
• At least one year of postdoctoral or post-Ph.D. research and development experience in PET, SPECT, radiation detector development or a closely related field
• Hands-on experience designing, assembling, testing and characterizing radiation detector systems
• Experience with scintillation detectors, photosensors or related instrumentation, and evaluating timing resolution, energy resolution and sensitivity
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as business needs require

Required skills

• Scientific programming and data analysis in Python, MATLAB, C/C++ or similar tools
• Understanding of radiation detection principles, detector physics and experimental measurement techniques
• Ability to troubleshoot experimental setups and communicate research findings

What we offer

• Base pay range of $102,870 - $141,449, depending on geography, market, skills, education and experience
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off and paid sick and safe time