Postdoctoral Researcher in Biophotonics (Healthcare, Remote)

Job summary

This position involves conducting research in biophotonics with a focus on enhancing imaging techniques for the early detection of pancreatic cancer. The role is part of a collaborative team dedicated to developing innovative optical imaging technologies that can significantly impact healthcare outcomes.

Qualifications

• PhD in biomedical optics, electrical engineering, photonics, or a related field.
• Strong background in optical imaging technology, image processing, and modeling.
• Experience in experimental work within a photonics laboratory.
• Familiarity with fiber optics or imaging catheters is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify cancer detection biomarkers utilizing SO-OCT and NIR-II fluorescence, incorporating AI techniques.
• Develop multimodal imaging systems combining SO-OCT and NIR-II fluorescence.
• Explore system architectures for fiber optic implementations of the imaging system.
• Collaborate with an international research team.
• Publish research findings in scientific and public domains.
• Co-supervise BSc and MSc students.
• Assist in securing research funding.

Skills

• Proficiency in experimental optics and imaging technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Education

• A formal qualification of a PhD degree (or equivalent) is required.

Tools

• Experience with optical coherence tomography (OCT) and fluorescence imaging technologies.