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The Bowden Laboratory for Biomedical Optics seeks a new postdoc with expertise in optics and image processing to join our lab for an exciting project to poised to make a major impact in the medical fields of ophthalmology and pediatrics.

Department	Biomedical Engineering
Full Description	The Bowden Laboratory for Biomedical Optics, as part of the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Vanderbilt Biophotonics Center, develops optical imaging and sensing technologies for clinical and basic science applications, with additional interest in the development of low-cost and portable technologies for low-resource environments. We seek a new postdoc with expertise in optics and image processing to join our lab for an exciting project to poised to make a major impact in the medical fields of ophthalmology and pediatrics. The proposed project involves development of a novel, low-cost hardware system to perform optical coherence tomography (OCT). The lab has longstanding expertise in OCT and we have work targeting various clinical applications. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in optical design, construction of optical systems and image processing as well as be creative, independent and highly motivated and independent. Prior experience in the field of OCT other form of advanced optical microscopy is an additional plus. Positions are available immediately. Requirements: • A Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or a similar discipline. • Travel as necessary to work with ongoing collaborators at other institutions. • Experience with construction of optical systems required • Experience with optical design tools (e.g., Zemax, CodeV) preferred • Experience with mechanical design and 3D printing preferred • Computer programming skills in Matlab, LabView and/or Visual C++ (or similar languages) required; experience with Java, C/C++ or similar language. Experience with are extremely helpful. Must demonstrate evidence of ability to learn new skills independently. • Willing to mentor students in the lab; conduct research activities in a timely manner; research and apply new knowledge of instrumentation design; assist with experimental design and workflow; perform, troubleshoot, analyze and publish studies; and contribute to securing new sources of funding. • Excellent English speaking and writing skills and be willing to work cooperatively in teams.
Application Details	To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter describing your fit for the position to a.bowden@vanderbilt.edu. Upon initial determination of position fit, you will be asked to complete an application form, provide references and send representative publications.
Contact:	Audrey Bowden : a.bowden@vanderbilt.edu : (615) 343-4339
Posted	2021-06-22 20:56:50

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