Postdoc: Interferometric Microscopy for Gene-Delivery Nanoparticles

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a PREP Research Associate to conduct research with the National Institute of Standards. The successful candidate will design and operate advanced laser-based microscopy systems to characterize nanoparticles.

Qualifications include a recent PhD in Physics or related fields, alongside familiarity with optical techniques and programming skills in Python or MATLAB. Join us in advancing scientific research and innovation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Completed PhD within the last 5 years.
• Familiarity or experience with optical models of particle light scattering.
• Enthusiasm for learning new theoretical and experimental techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, improve, and operate custom-built, laser-based light scattering microscopes.
• Conduct experimental investigations and evaluate nanoparticle characteristics.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop algorithms for data analysis.

Skills

Optical models of particle light scattering

Optical imaging

Programming with Python or MATLAB

Education

PhD in Physics, Optics, Biophysics, or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore seeks a PREP Research Associate to conduct research with the National Institute of Standards. The successful candidate will design and operate advanced laser-based microscopy systems to characterize nanoparticles.

Qualifications include a recent PhD in Physics or related fields, alongside familiarity with optical techniques and programming skills in Python or MATLAB. Join us in advancing scientific research and innovation in a collaborative environment.