Sebastian Münkel

Vita

M.Sc. Biophysics Student | Scientific Programming | Data Analysis

Physics student at TU Munich with practical experience in scientific programming (Python, C++) and data analysis. Complemented by varied social engagement, including large-scale event management, first aid, and international volunteering.

Education

  • Master of Science, Biophysics (Ongoing)
    • Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany
  • Bachelor of Science, Physics (2025)
    • Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany
    • GPA: 1.9 (German Scale)
    • Thesis: “Search for eV sterile neutrinos using KATRIN data and neural networks.”
      • Optimized the generation of training data for neural networks to analyze large-scale astroparticle physics datasets.
  • Semester Abroad
    • Uppsala University, Sweden

Skills

  • Technical Skills:
    • Python: Extensive experience in data analysis and visualization (NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, Pandas).
    • Machine Learning: Basic experience with PyTorch.
    • Other: C++, ROOT.
  • Languages:
    • German: Native (C2)
    • English: Fluent (C2, 12 years of education)

Professional Experience

  • TRUMPF Group | Summer Internship
    • Gained practical experience across various departments at a leading laser manufacturing firm, including R&D, software, and microcontroller development.
  • Generali | Summer Internship
    • Contributed to process optimization within the cash management department.
    • Revised and updated internal process documentation.

Additional Experience & Engagement

  • Academic & Technical:
    • Gran Sasso HandsOn PhD Autumn School (2023): Participant in a hands-on astroparticle physics program.
    • Teaching Assistant (TUM): Supported faculty by assisting with lectures and prep courses for physics students.
  • Leadership & Teamwork:
    • Student Representatives Union (2022-2025): Co-organized and executed diverse university events, scaling from 50 to 5,000 participants.
    • English Teacher (Greenway China): Taught English at a summer camp in Zhanjiang, China.
  • Community & Certifications:
    • BRK Paramedic (Sanitäter): Completed as a paramedic.
    • Social Volunteering: Actively volunteered with local food banks, kindergartens, and a “World Challenge” social project in Mongolia.

Interests

  • TTRPGs, Running, Hiking, Skiing