Post-doctoral Position in Optical Techniques: ICFO is offering a postdoctoral position to a well-qualified, highly motivated, and dynamic young scientist who wishes to enhance their scientific career in a friendly and stimulating environment. The successful candidate will work on applying optical techniques to recover information from old wall paintings, aiding in the preservation of historical heritage.
Post-doctoral Position in Optical Techniques for Painting Recovery
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Optical Techniques, Super-resolution Microscopy, Painting Recovery, Historical Heritage Preservation
Location:
ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
Candidates must hold, at the time of contract initiation, an internationally recognized Ph.D.-equivalent degree (or evidence of its completion in the nearest future) preferably in Physics, Photonics, Optics, or a relevant field.
The candidate should have:
- Experience working with optical techniques.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members, supervisors, and researchers.
- Organizational, planning, and analytical skills.
- Creativity and initiative with the ability to independently manage project implementation.
- Interest in art and history.
- Good level of English in spoken and written form.
- Strong communication skills.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for studying how to apply optical techniques to recover information from old wall paintings, identifying their composition, status, and other relevant aspects for historical heritage preservation. The candidate will closely collaborate with La Pedrera and be part of the Super-resolution Light Microscopy & Nanoscopy (SLN) Research Facility at ICFO, led by Dr. Pablo Loza-Alvarez. The facility is equipped with advanced microscopy techniques that exceed the current commercial state-of-the-art.
The contract is offered for a period of 1 year. Salaries for ICFO Postdoctoral positions are assigned by the Selection Committee based on experience, seniority, and assigned tasks, with compensation levels aligned with national Ramon-y-Cajal fellowships or higher, depending on qualifications. A family allowance is also available upon request and approval for candidates with family responsibilities.
How to Apply:
Suitable candidates are requested to submit:
- Presentation letter with a declaration of interest
- Curriculum Vitae, including contact details
- Contact e-mail of two potential referees
Candidates will be assessed as they apply, and the call will remain open until a suitable candidate is identified.
For formal inquiries regarding the application, candidates may contact jobs@icfo.eu. For scientific inquiries, they may reach out to pablo.loza@icfo.eu.
For updated information about the hosting group, please visit: https://www.icfo.eu/research-group/4/sln/home/10305
Last Date for Apply:
Until positions are filled.
