Summary
KTH Royal Institute of Technology is seeking a highly motivated Postdoc in Super Resolution Light Microscopy to join their research group within advanced optical imaging. This position focuses on the technical development and implementation of new types of adaptive super-resolution microscopes, including optical system design, pulse sequences, and illumination patterns to achieve resolutions beyond traditional imaging methods. The role involves collaborative work with PhD students and other postdocs.
Designation
Postdoc
Research Area
- Advanced Optical Imaging
- Super-Resolution Light Microscopy
- Adaptive Microscopy
- Optical System Design
Location
Stockholm, Sweden
Eligibility/Qualification
Requirements
- A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, to be met no later than the time the employment decision is made.
- Research expertise.
- Independence.
Preferred Qualifications
- A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline.
- Teaching abilities.
- Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality.
- Collaborative abilities.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join a research group dedicated to advanced optical imaging. The primary focus of this position is the technical development and implementation of novel adaptive super-resolution microscopes. This involves:
- Designing new illumination methods.
- Crafting optical systems to create pulse sequences and illumination patterns.
- Working with specific labeling methods to achieve image resolution beyond traditional techniques.
The work will be conducted collaboratively with other PhD students and postdocs within the group, fostering an environment of shared learning and mutual support.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, candidates must log into KTH’s recruitment system. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their application is complete according to the instructions. The application must include:
- CV: Including relevant professional experience and knowledge.
- Diplomas and Grades: Copies from previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish are required if original documents are not in these languages.
- Brief Account: A maximally one-page statement explaining why you want to conduct research, your academic interests, and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals.
The complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).
Last Date for Apply
01. October 2026
