Organisation/Company Universitat de Barcelona Department OPIR Research Field Engineering Physics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 8 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 37,5 Offer Starting Date 2 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - EIC Reference Number 101258941 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
We are offering a postdoc position within the framework of a European Innovation Council project (EIC-Pathfinder Open HeartVision).
The position is offered at the Dynamic Optical Systems Lab at Universitat de Barcelona-
The project aims to develop an original minimally invasive microscope to characterize cellular morphology and health of engineered heart tissue. The new system, called In-vivo Scope, will synergistically combine ultrasound with optical endoscopy.
The candidate's main task will be to work on the development of the In-vivo Scope system,



including assembly of the optical components, fabrication of acoustic holograms, and optical characterization. Some modeling of light-ultrasound interactions is expected. She/he will actively participate in the group activities, present the results at international conferences, write manuscripts and grants, and supervise PhD and master students.
The application period is from25 September to 8 October 2026.
We are looking for a highly-motivated and academically curious team player with:
- A PhD in physics, optics, ultrasound, or engineering
- Strong communication skills in both spoken and written English to work on an interdisciplinary project;

Programming skills in Python, Matlab or LabView
Specific Requirements
The idóneo candidate should possess proficiency in these areas (but it is not required):
- A background in optical microscopy or ultrasound imagin

Experience in designing optica

📌 HeartVision - Postdoctoral position in optics and bioimaging (España)
🏢 Universitat De Barcelona
📍 España