POSTDOC POSITION IN RAMAN SPECTROSCOPY

Commitment & contract: Collaboration contract Location: Center for Biomolecular Nanotechnologies (CBN) in Lecce, Italy . Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future! At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting-edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. THE ROLE You will be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group. The team is composed of material scientists, physicists, neuroscientists, electronic engineers, computational scientists, biotechnologists, and biomedical engineers, sharing their expertise to work at the border of these multiple disciplines. The main aim will be to correlate multifunctional signals in 3D printed neurochips for next generation studies on neural degeneration, via spectroscopy and electrophysiological recordings. Your main responsibilities will include: Developing a Raman spectroscopy system that can be used in environments with limited space, including surgery rooms for research purposes. Using the developed system to collect Raman spectroscopy datasets from murine models using implantable fiber optics. Developing algorithms to distinguish between different brain regions only based on Raman spectra. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A PhD in Photonics, Physics, Nanotechnologies or related disciplines. Previous experience in the development of optical systems. Previous experience in Raman spectroscopy. Previous experience in Raman spectroscopy for tissue. Coding skills in Python, Matlab, and C++. Good command of spoken and written English. ADDITIONAL SKILLS Strong problem-solving attitude. High motivation to learn. Spirit of innovation and creativity. Good time and priority management. Ability to work in a challenging and international environment. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment. COMPENSATION PACKAGE Competitive salary package for international standards. Private health care coverage depending on your role and contract. Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years. Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV, university transcripts, cover letter, and contact details of 2 references. To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: Primary Location LECCE Job Postdoc #J-18808-Ljbffr