Summary
The Joly Research Group at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light (MPL) and Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) is inviting applications for a PhD position. This interdisciplinary research project, conducted in collaboration with the Institut Fresnel in Marseille (France), focuses on developing novel microstructured twisted optical fibers to create state-of-the-art multiphoton endoscopes for biological and health sciences.
Fully Funded PhD Position in Microstructured Optical Fibers & Nonlinear Photonics, Max Planck Institute, Germany
Designation
- Position: PhD Candidate / Doctoral Researcher
Overview Table
| Parameter | Details |
| Institution | Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light (MPL) & FAU |
| Research Group | Joly Research Group (Prof. Nicolas Joly) |
| Designation | PhD Candidate |
| Field / Discipline | Photonics / Biophysics / Fiber Optics |
| Location | Erlangen, Germany |
| Degree Required | Master’s Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields |
| Application Deadline | Not specified (Open until filled) |
Research Area
- Nonlinear Photonics
- Microstructured & Twisted Optical Fibers
- Biomedical Imaging & Multiphoton Endoscopy
- Biophysics & Light-Matter Interactions
Location
Erlangen, Germany
Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light & Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)
(In collaboration with Institut Fresnel, Marseille, France, University of Ottawa, and Lightcore).
Eligibility / Qualification
- A Master’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Biophysics, or a closely related field.
- A strong passion for nonlinear photonics, fiber optics, and biomedical applications.
- High motivation to work in an innovative, interdisciplinary, and international team environment.
Job Description
As a PhD candidate on this project, you will:
- Design & Fabricate: Develop original twisted microstructured optical fibers in a state-of-the-art clean-room facility.
- Investigate Propagation: Explore nonlinear light propagation within twisted optical fibers to advance the understanding of light-matter interactions.
- Biomedical Application: Demonstrate the fiber-based instrument’s application in measuring molecular orientation, such as 2-photon imaging of actin filaments and Second-Harmonic Generation (SHG) imaging of collagen in cells and tissues.
- Network & Collaborate: Work alongside international academic and industrial partners (Institut Fresnel, University of Ottawa, Lightcore).
How to Apply
Interested applicants and candidates with inquiries should contact the Research Group Leader, Prof. Nicolas Joly, via email with their application documents:
- Email:
nicolas.joly@mpl.mpg.deornicolas.joly@fau.de
Last Date to Apply
Open Now
- Not Specified (Applications are processed on a rolling basis; early application is highly encouraged).
