Postdoctoral Position in Optical Systems for Advanced Biofabrication

ph3Postdoctoral Position in Optical Systems for Advanced Biofabrication /h3 h3100%, Zurich, fixed-term /h3 pThe Tissue Engineering and Biofabrication Laboratory (Prof. Marcy Zenobi-Wong) at ETH Zurich develops light-based 3D bioprinting techniques to engineer functional tissues with multi-scale porosity and topological guidance. Embedded within the Department of Health Sciences and Technology (D-HEST) and the Institute for Biomechanics, our group bridges biomedical engineering, materials science and biology. We are seeking an Optical Systems/Photonics Engineer to design and build light-delivery systems that shape light profiles to control hydrogel architecture. /p h3Job description /h3 ul liDesign, simulate, and build custom optical setups and beam-shaping trains /li liCharacterize how structured light fields interact with photosensitive polymers /li liCollaborate within an interdisciplinary team of bioengineers, chemists, and biologists to translate photonic concepts into engineered scaffolds for regenerative medicine /li /ul h3Profile /h3 ul liPhD in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering (optics emphasis), or a related discipline /li liHands-on experience with laser beam shaping, phase modulation /li liSoftware development for optical modeling and numerical analysis (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent) /li liStrong academic output relative to career stage, evidenced by high-quality publications or working papers /li liInterest in translating optical physics towards products useful in tissue engineering /li liStrong motivation to collaborate with interdisciplinary scientists /li liExcellent written and spoken English /li /ul pExperience in one or more of the following areas is advantageous: /p ul liMulti-photon polymerization for optical devices /li liMeta-lens/meta-surfaces /li liAdaptable optics /li liNon-diffractive beam design /li /ul h3We offer /h3 ul liYour job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society /li liYou can expect numerous benefits such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits /li /ul h3We value diversity and sustainability /h3 pIn line with our values, ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future. /p pWe would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence. /p pThis postdoctoral position is funded for 1.5 years. /p h3About ETH Zürich /h3 pETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr