Über uns Über unsSince its foundation in 1987, the Institut für Nanophotonik Göttingen has been a pioneer in the transfer of application-oriented research between science and industry. Its research activities range from the development of novel laser measurement techniques, laser-assisted product refinement and the development of new light sources to applications in the life sciences and medical technology.The Department of Optical Nanoscopy conducts research in the Nobel Prize-winning field of superresolution fluorescence microscopy and develops novel methods and instruments for materials science and the life sciences.AufgabenDesign and realization of a STED microscope for applications in materials scienceDevelopment of acquisition protocols for superresolution imaging of polymer-based structures and application and refinement of data reconstruction and analysis methodsClose scientific collaboration with project partners in physical chemistryPresentation and publication of research results in an international research environmentThe project-related position is initially limited to three years, will be paid in accordance with German public sector pay scale TV-L E13 (66.67%), and involves pursuing a PhD as part of the project.ProfilAbove-average Master’s degree (or equivalent) in physics, photonics, optics, or a related fieldStrong background in optics and microscopy, ideally with practical experience, and basic programming skills (e.g. Python)Very good command of English, both written and spokenHigh level of motivation, initiative, and interest in interdisciplinary researchWir bietenWork in an interdisciplinary team in a leading research field at the interface of physics, biology, chemistry, and materials scienceAccess to extensive and state-of-the-art experimental infrastructureExcellent integration into the Göttingen CampusIntensive scientific supervision and opportunities for professional and personal developmentSalary based on the TV-LOccupational pension schemeFree parking for employeesKontaktPlease send your application as a PDF file by email to: (Inhalt entfernt) further information, please contact: Claudia Geisler ( (Inhalt entfernt)), Institut für Nanophotonik Göttingen e. V., Hans-Adolf-Krebs-Weg 1, 37077 Göttingen, phone: 0551 503536, web: (Inhalt entfernt)