Postdoc: Advanced Optical Imaging & Brain Mapping

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's Hillman Lab seeks post-doctoral scientists and engineers in imaging sciences to develop and apply advanced optical imaging and microscopy methods.

The team merges physics, engineering, and biology to translate technology into biological insights. Opportunities include high-speed 3D microscopy, large-scale imaging pipelines, and functional brain imaging in awake animals. Immediate starts available.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in physics, engineering, neuroscience, or related field.
• Experience with optical imaging or microscopy methods.
• Strong data analysis and programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced optical imaging and microscopy methods.
• Lead design of experiments and analyze large datasets.
• Collaborate with teams across physics, engineering, and biology.

Skills

Microscopy development

High-throughput imaging

Data analysis

Programming (Python/Matlab)

Tools

SCAPE/light-sheet microscopy

Two-photon microscopy

Fluorescence lifetime imaging

Vibrational imaging

Job description

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's Hillman Lab seeks post-doctoral scientists and engineers in imaging sciences to develop and apply advanced optical imaging and microscopy methods.

The team merges physics, engineering, and biology to translate technology into biological insights. Opportunities include high-speed 3D microscopy, large-scale imaging pipelines, and functional brain imaging in awake animals. Immediate starts available.