Postdoc in Optics & Mechanobiology — Two-Photon Imaging

Laplace Expert Ltd; Florida; On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for integrative mechanobiology and optical biophysics, focusing on two-photon imaging, fluorescence lifetime imaging, electrophysiology, and tool development.

The role supports training of graduate students and interdisciplinary research spanning engineering, physics, chemistry, and biology. A strong optics background and lab-bench operation are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with a strong background in optics and standard lab-bench operation.
• A Ph.D. with background in optics, patch clamping, rig setup and lab-bench operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support two-photon fluorescent and lifetime imaging microscopy.
• Train graduate students and contribute to interdisciplinary research.
• Work at the interface of mechanical engineering, physics, chemistry and biology.

Skills

Two-photon fluorescence microscopy

Fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM)

Optical microscopy

Image processing

LabVIEW

Mechano-electronic systems

Patch-clamp electrophysiology

Rig setup

Standard lab-bench operations

Independent research

Collaboration

Graduate-student training

Technical communication

Education

Ph.D. with optics background

Tools

Lab equipment setup

Two-photon microscope

Lifetime imaging hardware

Patch-clamp setup

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for integrative mechanobiology and optical biophysics, focusing on two-photon imaging, fluorescence lifetime imaging, electrophysiology, and tool development.

The role supports training of graduate students and interdisciplinary research spanning engineering, physics, chemistry, and biology. A strong optics background and lab-bench operation are essential for success.