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 from 25 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 adecuado candidate should possess proficiency in these areas (but it is not required):
- A background in optical microscopy or ultrasound imagin

Experience in designing optic

📌 Heartvision - Postdoctoral Position In Optics And Bioimaging (La Mancha)
🏢 Universitat De Barcelona
📍 La Mancha