0597-24 Postdoctoral Research Associate – Jobs at Aston
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Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies
| Location: |
Aston University Main Campus |
| Salary: |
£40,247 to £45,163 per annum |
| Grade: | Grade 08 |
| Contract Type: |
Fixed Term (36 months) |
| Basis: |
Full Time |
| Closing Date: | 23.59 hours GMT on Saturday 30 November 2024 |
| Interview Date: |
Monday 09 December 2024 |
| Reference: | 0597-24 |
| Release Date: | Tuesday 12 November 2024 |
A three-year Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is available in a collaborative H2020 project entitled “OPTIPATH – Adaptive OPTIcal metasurfaces for real-time, label-free and non-destructive multidimensional digital PATHology”. This research will be undertaken at the interface of the Quantum Bio-Photonics Group in the Aston Institute of Photonics Technologies and the Department of Mechatronics and Biomedical Engineering (MBE) in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Aston University, UK.
This is a joint research programme capitalising on the knowledge and expertise of the 7 partners across of Europe in the modern photonics, bio photonics and pathology. The primary objective of the project is to develop a non-destructive, label-free, real-time, 3D imaging technique for tissue samples, enabling live histopathological assessment during surgical and oncological treatments. This approach aims to provide a multidimensional pathology sensing paradigm by utilizing highly resolved and adaptive structured light with Orbital Angular Momentum, combined with 3D polarization and spectral information.
As the successful applicant you will be responsible for conducting independent research focused on developing theoretical formalism and a Monte Carlo-based computational tool to simulate the propagation of complex structured light carrying Orbital Angular Momentum through turbid, tissue-like scattering media with complex internal structures. You will be working in collaboration with the other project partner to design and the development of histopathological 2D/3D tissue imaging system utilizing vectorial structured light and confocal scanning system.
You will have a PhD and research experience in Monte Carlo modelling of light propagation in tissue-like scattering medium, structured light with Orbital Angular Momentum, polarization optics and laser speckles.
The position will be based in the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies and will report to Prof I. Meglinski.
For further information about this position, please contact Prof. I. Meglinski via email at i.meglinski@aston.ac.uk.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
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