Research Associate in Spectroscopy & Imaging

Research Associate in Spectroscopy & Imaging in Jena At the Leibniz Institute of Photonics Technology (Leibniz IPHT) we are looking in the Research Department Spectroscopy & Imaging, Work Group Raman and IR spectroscopic analysis, for a full-time position for aResearch Associate (m / f / d)The position is to be filled on 1st November 2024 and is initially limited to a period of 3 years.

An extension will be sought if suitable.The Leibniz IPHT is a university independent research institute with close connection to the Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena and member of the Leibniz association.

Job descriptionInfrared-based microscopy techniques have the great potential to analyze tissue samples on a large scale, and with high spectral and lateral resolution, so that corresponding methods can be directly integrated into the clinical-pathological workflow.

Quantum microscopy is a new development for which novel light sources as well as innovative detection methods are being researched in the joint project QUANCER, which go far beyond the current state of the art in IR microscopy.

QUANCER is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) as part of the lighthouse projects of quantum-based metrology to address societal challenges.

The work packages of Leibniz-IPHT are related to the application of spectroscopy and imaging in the infrared range for the assessment of cancer.

Tasks include the characterization of a demonstrator and the integration of dedicated data processing and classification routines that utilize the potential of entangled photon detection.

A unique infrastructure of Fourier transformation infrared microspectrometers and quantum cascade laser coupled infrared microscopes with direct and optical-photothermal detection is available at the research group Raman and Infrared Analytics.

Your field of activity includes :

• Collection of infrared spectra and images from cancer cells and tissues using the quantum microscope demonstrator
• Application of algorithms for data preprocessing, data reduction, and data classification to analyze infrared spectra and images collected with the demonstrator
• Definition of interfaces between software packages to integrate data processing and classification in the demonstrator
• Consideration of complex properties of quantum light states in the data analysis workflow such as quantum statistics, quantum correlation and entangled photons which goes beyond conventional infrared spectroscopy.
• Implementation of data processing pipeline into the software package of the demonstrator
• Ex vivo study of the demonstrator at clinical partners including validation of results. Your qualification :
• PhD degree in data sciences, bioinformatics or related disciplinesDesired knowledge and skills :
• Expert knowledge in processing of infrared spectra and images using Matlab, Python or similar programs
• Advanced expertise in biomedical infrared spectroscopy and chemometrics / machine learning which is proven by an adequate publication record.
• Good command of written and spoken EnglishWe offer :
• An open welcoming culture and an inclusive and interdisciplinary working environment : Located on the Beutenberg campus in Jena, Leibniz-IPHT is home to more than 400 employees from around the world working at the interface of physics, biochemistry, technology, data science and medicine to develop the photonic technologies of tomorrow.
• World-class equipment and facilities : Leibniz-IPHT has a large number of physics, chemistry and biology laboratories at the highest level.

It also has state-of-the-art fiber drawing and clean room facilities (including lithography facilities) as well as microfluidics fabrication and big data computing facilities.

Thorough and comprehensive personal training : Transferring good practices in scientific working and outreach is one of our main focus points.

We'll teach everything that is needed for a career inside and outside of academia in a respectful and enjoyable way. Moreover, plenty of workshops and opportunities for scientific exchange are offered by the Leibniz IPHT, as well as the Abbe School of Photonics and the Graduate Academy of the Friedrich-Schiller University Jena.

• A family-friendly working environment with support offers for the compatibility of family and work (e.g. parent-child rooms, campus kindergarten places, advice on family care situations from trained care guides and much more).
• Flexible working time models as well as 30 days vacation / year, special annual payment and bridge days.
• Jena - City of Science : a young city with a vibrant local cultural agenda!Salary : Salary is in accordance with the regulations of the TV-L and your qualifications and experience.

About us : We are a modern, internationally focused research institute. Work-life balance is one of our central concerns.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality or ethnic and social origin.

If women are underrepresented in the area of the advertised position, they will be given preferential consideration in the hiring process if they are equally qualified.

Further information : If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Christoph Krafft mail : christoph.krafft@leibniz-ipht.

de or Prof. Dr. Jürgen Popp mail : [email protected] Application : Simply apply via our job portal (https : / / www.

leibniz-ipht.de / en / institute / career / job-portal / ) or send your application with the usual documents (CV, certificates, reference addresses) until 30th September 2024 by e-mail, preferably as one pdf file, quoting reference number 1298 to the : Leibniz-Institute of Photonic Technology Jena e.

V.Human ResourcesAlbert-Einstein-Straße 9, 07745 JenaE-Mail : Personal [email protected] : 1298