Postdoctoral Researcher Photonics for Tissue Characterisation/Biomedical Engineer in Pathology

Postdoctoral Researcher Photonics for Tissue Characterisation/Biomedical Engineer in Pathology University of Antwerp Antwerp, Belgium Position You will conduct scientific research in photonics for tissue characterisation, with a particular focus on Raman spectroscopy and related optical technologies for pathology; You will support scientific contribution to existing research projects and conduct scientific research within the Pathology to improve diagnosis and treatment (PATHiDT) team of University of Antwerp and the Department of Pathology at Antwerp University Hospital (UZA); You will divide your work between three areas: development of optical instrumentation, measurement studies on clinical tissue (ex vivo and in vivo), and data analysis and AI; You will develop the Raman spectroscopy research further, and assess and introduce additional photonics techniques for tissue characterisation; You will link the photonics data to the department's digital pathology and molecular pathology work; You will write grant applications to secure funding for the group, and publish scientific results; You will contribute to the translation of photonics and AI innovations into diagnostic pathology workflows, in close collaboration with pathologists, clinicians and molecular biologists. Profile You hold a PhD in biomedical engineering, photonics or optical engineering, or a related field, obtained no more than five years ago. An engineering background is essential. You have experience with building optical instruments; You have experience with machine learning and programming; You have excellent communication skills across disciplines: you can work effectively with engineers, pathologists, clinicians, molecular biologists, data scientists and academic and industrial partners; You are motivated to take a leading role and to build a research group; You are motivated to translate technological innovations into tools and workflows that support diagnostic practice and improve patient care; You have a good knowledge of English, both oral and written; Your teaching competences are in line with the University of Antwerp s educational vision; Your research qualities are in line with the faculty and university research policies; You act with attention to quality, integrity, creativity and cooperation. Apply Now Deadline 30 November