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Postdoctoral Associate - Kner

The University of Georgia • Athens, Georgia, US • 2d ago

Posting Number:

G/R24882P

Working Title:

Department:

ENGR-Electrical & Computer

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department:

Building from our heritage of excellence in interdisciplinary education and research, the School of Electrical & Computer Engineering will work to expand and strengthen our undergraduate and graduate programs, build on our foundation of productive cross-disciplinary research and establish a culture that exemplifies operational best practices. By working to achieve these strategic objectives, we seek to build upon our heritage of “engineering without borders” as we grow a world class School of Electrical & Computer Engineering embedded in a strong liberal arts tradition.

The AIL, led by Dr. Peter Kner, specializes in developing cutting-edge techniques to enhance the resolution of three-dimensional fluorescence imaging. Our primary focus is on integrating various super-resolution methods, such as structured illumination and STORM, with adaptive optics. This synergy allows us to achieve sub-diffraction resolution in model organisms, notably C. elegans and zebrafish.

College/Unit/Department website:

https://knerlab.com/home https://engineering.uga.edu/schools/sece/

Employment Type:

Employee

Additional Schedule Information:

This position will be a full-time Postdoctoral position, 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.

This position will be funded for 2 years, with the possibility of extension into a 3rd and/or 4th year based upon project needs, job performance, and continuation of funding.

Advertised Salary:

$55,000-$70,000 based on experience

Anticipated Start Date:

01/01/2025

Posting Date:

11/11/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In addition to your UGA Jobs application, thank you for submitting the following documents:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts
List of 3 References w/contact information
Proof of PhD Degree completion

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EOO Statement:

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Duties/Responsibilities:

Development of Structured Illumination Microscopy System

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Preparation of manuscripts and reports

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Mentoring and supervising graduate students

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Lab management

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Classification Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AD

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Position Summary:

This Postdoctoral Associate (“Postdoc”) will work on developing novel structured-illumination microscopy systems for a variety of biomedical applications.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

PHD in Engineering or Physics
A background in optics research
Experience with imaging and optical microscopy preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :

Strong optical design and analysis skills
Strong programming skills in python and LabVIEW
Communicate effectively.

Physical Demands:

Standard for office and lab environments.

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Dr. Peter Kner

Recruitment Contact Email:

kner@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone:

706-542-8966

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