Postdoctoral Fellow: Structured Illumination Microscopist

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia's Advanced Imaging Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to advance structured-illumination microscopy systems for biomedical applications, located in the Athens area. This role emphasizes hands-on instrument development and collaboration with researchers across optics and biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-impact imaging projects, author scientific manuscripts, and mentor graduate students, while managing lab operations.

Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering or Physics.
• Background in optics research.
• Experience with imaging and optical microscopy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop Structured Illumination Microscopy System – 50%.
• Prepare manuscripts and reports – 20%.
• Mentor and supervise graduate students – 20%.
• Lab management – 10%.

Skills

Strong optical design

Effective communication

Education

PhD in Engineering or Physics

Tools

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

The University of Georgia's Advanced Imaging Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to advance structured-illumination microscopy systems for biomedical applications, located in the Athens area. This role emphasizes hands-on instrument development and collaboration with researchers across optics and biology.

The successful candidate will contribute to high-impact imaging projects, author scientific manuscripts, and mentor graduate students, while managing lab operations.