Applied Physics at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY has outstanding new opportunities for researchers in ultrafast photophysics and instrumentation and for biophysical research on the nonlinear optical properties of living human tissues. Our objective is the conception, development, testing, and eventual commercialization of instruments to create and optimize Medical Multiphoton Microscopic Endoscopy (M-MPM-E) in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medical College.
Photophysical research and miniaturization of ultrafast laser optics to create Medical Multiphoton Microscopic Endoscopies that will detect and micro-image the intrinsic fluorescence and second harmonics of living tissue in situ requires expert instrumentation design, innovation and engineering. This challenge presents unique technological opportunities in ultrafast laser optical instrumentation, fiber optics, and for photophysical characterization of intrinsic fluorescence and second harmonic radiation for deep in vivo microscopic imaging. Our ultimate objective is to enable applications of M-MPM-E to advance indicated capabilities for diagnosis and treatment in various diseases, organs and medical specialties for the benefit of human health and welfare.
Ph.D. level education is required, with expertise in Laser Optical Physics, or Biomedical Physics Instrumentation. Positions are available for highly qualified Postdoctoral Fellows, Research Associates and Senior Research Associates at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY in our collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Prof. Watt W. Webb and Prof. Chris Xu, Applied & Engineering Physics, Cornell University
Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.
Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply.