Research Assistant/Postdoc in Workgroup Holographic Endoscopy (f/d/m) in Jena At the Leibniz Institute of Photonics Technology ( Leibniz IPHT ) we are looking in the Research Department Fiber Research and Technology, Workgroup Holographic Endoscopy, for a full time (100%) position for a Research Assistant / Postdoc (m/f/d) The position is to be filled as soon as possible 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 description Complexity of living matter currently poses the most adverse barrier in modern in-vivo microscopy. Fuelled by numerous branches of life sciences, the race is now to increase the penetration depth of advanced imaging modalities inside living organisms. This project sets out to develop new, hair-thin endoscopic devices, sending back high-quality images from unprecedented depths of the most delicate tissues of living organisms. The team will push the fundamental and technological limits of the enabling principle – holographic control of light propagation through multimode fibres. The opening is related to a new EIC-transition project NEUROGate, combining the expertise of three European academic research teams and a start-up company DeepEn GmbH. This effort will enable the team to deploy several advanced light-based imaging methods inside freely moving animal models. The team is hosted in modern premises of the Leibniz-IPHT in Jena (Germany), featuring spacious optics laboratories, in-house fibre-manufacturing facilities, as well as a support by mechanical workshop. The candidate will be expected to spend a significant fraction of his/her time onsite of our partner institutes, within the EU. Your qualification: PhD degree in Physics, Engineering or a relevant discipline with focus on experimental optics and biomedical imaging Desired knowledge and skills: Proven track-record in relevant field (holographic endoscopy, wavefront shaping/adaptive optics, bio-imaging…) Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Good English in speech and writing Interest in working on a cross-disciplinary project with bio-medical researchers Overview of programming for instrument control (Labview, Python, Matlab, C++) Well-developed analytical thinking Experience with handling animal models Holding valid ethical approvals of working with animal models is not essential, yet highly desirable. We 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 as well as microfluidics fabrication and big data computing facilities. Comprehensive training programs and individual opportunities for personal and professional development. A family-friendly working environment with support offers for the compatibility of family and work (e.g. parent-child office, 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 Prof. Dr. Tomáš Čižmár, mail: tomas.cizmarleibniz-ipht.de. Further information can also be found under this link: https://www.leibniz-ipht.de/en/illuminating-the-brain-new-imaging-technology-for-neuroscience/. 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 May 23, 2025 by e-mail, preferably as one pdf file, quoting reference number 1363 to the: Leibniz-Institute of Photonic Technology Jena e. V. Human Resources Albert-Einstein-Straße 9, 07745 Jena E-Mail: Personal_Abtlleibniz-ipht.de Reference Number: 1363 Ihre Ansprechpartnerin Frau Ute Bruntsch Kontakt Leibniz-Institut für Photonische Technologien e. V. Albert-Einstein-Str. 9 07745 Jena 49 3641 20600 personal_abtlleibniz-ipht.de