11 PhD Positions

Photonics is crucial for maintaining and increasing the competitiveness of EU industry, and light-based instruments are fundamental for non-invasive diagnostics and treatment of diseases, delivering huge economic benefits for national health systems. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) have demonstrated their capability to classify and identify patterns in data, achieving reliability levels that are comparable to those of experienced physicians.

To fully develop the potentials of these technologies, BE-LIGHT will provide top level training to 11 Researchers in photonic technologies that will be complemented with AI/ML, computational imaging and modelling. A close-to-the-clinic approach will allow them to advance the field of biomedicine, with the ultimate goal of improving the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of diseases in 3 main areas: visual health, cardiovascular health and analysis of cells and tissues using super-resolution microscopy.

BE-LIGHT’s multi-skill training program will provide the researchers with the complete set of skills that are nowadays key for their success in both academic and non-academic sectors. They will also obtain experience of clinical and commercialization processes, opening for them a wide range of high-quality job opportunities.

Eligibility criteria

HORIZON–MSCA–2022–DN EU funding imposes strict eligibility conditions: At the time of recruitment the researcher must not have resided or carried out his/her main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the country of the host institute (i.e. if applying for a position in Germany, he/she must not have been a resident in Germany for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately prior to his/her recruitment under the project).

Top-level graduates in physics, engineering or computer science are encouraged to apply. No discrimination will be made on the basis of nationality, gender, race, religion or disability. BE-LIGHT aims at increasing the fraction of women in science and female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.

Salary

The gross salary that is specified in every position is an approximation and corresponds to the living and mobility allowances that will be covered by each institution. Whenever it is applicable, a family allowance will also be provided.

How to apply

Candidates are asked to send by email the following documents to the corresponding supervisor:

an up-to-date CV
academic record, with a scan of highest qualifications
two reference letters, a brief statement explaining research interests, motivation and expected goals and an indication of the ESR post(s) of interest. If selecting more than one post, please clearly indicate the order of preference.

You can apply up to three positions indicating the order of preference on the email to each supervisor.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take personal interviews with the relevant supervisor(s).

In case of any doubt please fill in the contact form or contact us at info@belightproject.eu.