OPTICAL LAB ENGINEER

Optics/Photonics company R&D position: We are looking to hire Junior Optical Engineer/Scientist to contribute to our strategic research line on "Super-Resolution Microscopy and Retinal Imaging." This position is part of the public-private Joint-Lab collaboration between D-Tails and IIT-CLNS, supported by a five-year, large-scale research grant from the “Ministero dell'Università e Ricerca”. in, Biomedical engineering or related (electronics, or nanoscience), Experimental Physics/Optics or a related field. Ideal candidates should have a strong interest in experimental optics or Photonics, image enhancement and the application of machine learning to imaging and microscopy data. The research will focus on the development of both software and hardware for advanced optical devices used in microscopy and retinal imaging, with applications spanning research, healthcare, and diagnostics. We seek candidates passionate about scientific research and development in a private sector setting, with opportunities to publish in peer-reviewed journals, patent innovative technologies, and develop hardware systems alongside advanced image enhancement software (e.g., If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to cutting-edge advancements in imaging A 24-month contract with D-Tails is extended for up to five years. Full-time employment. Competitive and international environment in the beautiful environment of Roma. The possibility to improve your expertise in the field of Optics, Imaging, image enhancement, Microscopy ophthalmoscopy, and advanced data analysis. Experience in prototyping and alignment on the optical bench, MATLAB or Phyton programming • Detectors (Photomultipliers- Cameras), image acquisition, and illumination systems (Laser, LED illumination), data analysis instruments (DAQ boards and oscilloscopes) • Be highly motivated and creative individuals who want to work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary research environment and who are willing to interact with both experimental and theoretical scientists. Design and realization/testing of a super resolution ophthalmoscope based on the S2IM technique ( see reference 1 and the others ), fluorescence, reflectance and transscleral configurations. · Alignment of optical setup with adaptive optical elements, and feedback motion control optics. · Design and synchronization machine control routines with MATLAB. · Design and optimization of deconvolution algorithms in MATLAB or Phyton. Stochastically structured illumination microscopy scan less super resolution imaging.  npj Imaging  2 , 45 (2024). Non-Invasive Screening of Alzheimer’s Disease via Label-Free Multispectral Retinal Imaging, 14\03\2025, Research Square Preprint   D-Tails SRL SB is a pioneering medical-diagnostics company based in Rome, dedicated to transforming scientific research into real-world health solutions. It advances early detection of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases through cutting-edge technologies and brings together an interdisciplinary team of biochemists, cell biologists, physicists, and engineers working with passion and scientific rigor. Operating state-of-the-art laboratories, the company conducts both fundamental and applied research to push the boundaries of diagnostics, guided by a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and scientific excellence. IIT-CLN2S is an IIT Center located in the Sapienza university area which employs cutting-edge nanotechnology and advanced optical techniques to realize advanced devices in the field of biomedical research. it , quoting “Junior Optical Engineer/Scientist @ D-Tails” in the mail subject.