The successful candidate will work together with scientists and technicians at the CMF and the Joint LMU-MPQ Laboratory for Attosecond Physics (LAP, attoworld.de) in Garching (Germany) to develop next-generation instruments based on bright, coherent, broadband mid-Infrared sources and field-resolved detection. The goal for this position is to develop coherent field-resolved infrared metrology with multi-octave spectral coverage and unprecedented detection sensitivity. The duration of the position is initially 2 years, with the possibility of extension. For the first two years the place of work will be predominantly at the LAP in Garching (Germany).

Tasks:

• Development of electric-field-resolved mid-infrared metrology
• Reaching unprecedented spectral bandwidth and sensitivity with coherent mid-IR detection
• Support the development of instruments for reliable mid-IR fingerprinting of clinical samples
• Presentation and publication of scientific output

Qualifications and Skills:

• PhD in physics or a related discipline
• Experience with ultrafast lasers and nonlinear optics
• Ideally, experience with infrared and/or nonlinear spectroscopies
• Ideally, experience signal processing and programming (for example with Labview)
• Interest in interdisciplinary work with interface to biomedical applications
• Good command of the English language

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, your CV and contact information of two references to Dr. Alexander Weigel (weigel@cmf.science).

[1] J. Zhang et al., Light Sci. Appl. 7, 17180 (2018).
[2] Q. Wang et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2566 (2019).
[3] N. Nagl et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2390 (2019).
[4] I. Pupeza et al., Nature Photon. 9, 721 (2015).
[5] I. Pupeza et al., Nature 577, 52 (2020).

The successful candidate will work together with scientists and technicians at the CMF and the Joint LMU-MPQ Laboratory for Attosecond Physics (LAP, attoworld.de) in Garching (Germany) to develop next-generation instruments of laser-based instrumentation for field-resolved detection. The goal for this position is to optimize photodetection, to precisely synchronize and stabilize multiple pulsed lasers, and signal acquisition with suitable microwave electronics. The duration of the position is initially 2 years, with the possibility of extension. For the first two years the place of work will be predominantly at the LAP in Garching (Germany).

Tasks:

• Identify and implement low-noise, high-dynamic range photodection solutions for our instruments
• Develop precise feedback loops for synchronization and stabilization of pulsed lasers
• Generate and modify microwave signals for clocking low-noise, high-speed data acquisition
• Develop the electric/electronic backbone for laser-based instrument prototypes.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience with ultra-sensitive photodetection, and minimizing detection noise
• Experience with electronic signal generation and synchronization including PLLs
• Experience with handling electrical signals in the microwave regime
• Ideally, experience with FPGA programming
• Interest in interdisciplinary work with interface to bio-medical applications
• Good command of the English language
• German language skills are advantageous

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, your CV and contact information of two references to Dr. Alexander Weigel (weigel@cmf.science).

[1] J. Zhang et al., Light Sci. Appl. 7, 17180 (2018).
[2] Q. Wang et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2566 (2019).
[3] N. Nagl et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2390 (2019).
[4] I. Pupeza et al., Nature Photon. 9, 721 (2015).
[5] I. Pupeza et al., Nature 577, 52 (2020).

The successful candidate will work together with scientists and technicians at the CMF and the Joint LMU-MPQ Laboratory for Attosecond Physics (LAP, attoworld.de) in Garching (Germany) to develop next-generation instruments based on bright, coherent, broadband mid-Infrared sources and field-resolved detection. The goal for this position is to transform latest research results into a technically mature and reliable laser-based measurement system with unprecedented performance. The duration of the position is initially 2 years, with the possibility of extension. For the first two years the place of work will be predominantly at the LAP in Garching (Germany).

Tasks:

• Development of laser system prototypes (including laser oscillators, amplifiers, compressors, conversion and detection modules), based on exiting research setups
• Technical improvement of the laser systems to optimize for example stability, noise performance and user friendliness
• Test and characterize laser and downstream module specifications and resolve potential problems
• Instruct new team members in the usage of the laser and measurement systems

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree or higher in physics or a related technical discipline
• Experience with the setup and adjustment of optical systems
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to solve problems independently
• Experience with computer-aided technical drawings (e.g., Autodesk Inventor)
• Ideally, experience with Labview, Python, or another programming language
• Interest in interdisciplinary work with interface to bio-medical applications
• Good command of the English language
• German language skills are advantageous

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the position, your CV and contact information of two references to Dr. Alexander Weigel (weigel@cmf.science).

[1] J. Zhang et al., Light Sci. Appl. 7, 17180 (2018).
[2] Q. Wang et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2566 (2019).
[3] N. Nagl et al., Opt. Letters 44, 2390 (2019).
[4] I. Pupeza et al., Nature Photon. 9, 721 (2015).
[5] I. Pupeza et al., Nature 577, 52 (2020).

The aim of the new collaborative project is to unite unique expertise in laser physics with renowned leaders in the field of clinical oncology and related disciplines in order to devise a research agenda that establishes laser-based infrared spectroscopy as a reliable high throughput tool in cancer diagnostics.

Duties and Responsibilities

• establishing and developing a QM system according to ISO 9001 e.g., creation and updating of SOPs, filing systems and work instructions
• maintenance and continuous improvement of QM system
• writing and regular reviewing of SOPs, contribution to the generation of scientific and research reports
• administration of QM documentation as well as performing filing and archiving activities
• ensuring conformity and compliance of internal systems and activities of external partners with established QM systems
• providing administrative and technical support to assure compliance with FDA and other applicable regulations
• close cooperation with research and clinical project management to ensure quality and timely meeting of research deliverables
• planning and execution of internal audits and full cooperation with external auditors and inspectors
• planning and conduct of quality and systems-related training of internal and external staff, vendors and suppliers, issuing and overseeing training certifications

Requirements

• fluent written and excellent verbal communication skills in Hungarian and English is required
• a minimum of a BA or BSc degree in Life Sciences, medicine, pharmacy or in a related scientific field (or equivalent experience)
• a minimum of two to four years of experience in biomedical, clinical or biophysical research, including experience in site and internal audits, however, other relevant experiences and skills may be considered
• experience in the development of QM systems, SOPs and work instructions
• thorough knowledge of the ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, knowledge of product and manufacturing process validations
• excellent written and oral communication, as well as leadership skills
• experience in mentoring/coaching of other team members is preferred and the ability to guide and support small teams
• being a team player with a high degree of initiative, goal orientation, and organizational skills
• flexible mindset and ability to work in a fast-changing environment
• ability to work on multiple tasks in parallel

We offer

• a broad range of activities in a dynamically evolving second-to-none endeavor and professional environment with ample opportunities for improving professional skills and qualifications
• possibility of partially working from home, with base in Budapest, occasional visits to the collaborating clinical centers in Hungary and abroad
• a full-time, permanent position

We seek a specialist that sets up databases, continuously improves and operates them to collect, manage, and analyze data from clinical trials and epidemiological studies dedicated to the disease detection using novel laser-based technologies. Independent databases will be established and applied, for clinical subject’s data, laboratory information, and management systems to develop and deliver high-quality clinical data for advancing the frontiers of disease detection.

Clinical studies for cancer detection suggest that the approach carries high potential with wide societal impact, already at the early stage of development. To further develop it, test its efficiency in combination with other state-of-the-art molecular approaches, as well as to validate it on large independent populations for real-world clinical problems.

Major tasks include

• full responsibility for setting up, maintaining and advancing clinical and laboratory databases,
• data management according to best practices in the field, as well as for documentation and training on data collection practices, query management and database procedures,
• working with collaborators on data content requirements throughout the different steps of data management lifecycle,
• contributing to protocol development, with focus on data management issues and cross- study data collection consistency,
• contributing to the design of study specific clinical report forms (CRFs) and data management plans,

in close cooperation with colleagues specializing in clinical project management and data analysis.

Required qualifications and skills:

• master’s degree, preferably in informatics, or information systems or related areas,
• experience using (clinical) database setup and management,
• ability of multi-tasking and building efficient working relationships with a wide variety of collaborators,
• good command of English.

We offer:

• a broad range of activities in a dynamically evolving second-to-none endeavour and professional environment with ample opportunities for improving professional skills and qualifications,
• possibility of partially working from home, with base in Munich with frequent visits to Budapest,
• full time, permanent position.

We are interested in filling the position as soon as possible and applications are continuously evaluated until the position is filled.

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the post, your CV and contact information of two referees to László Vastag (vastag@mukkozpont.hu) and Dr. Mihaela Zigman (zigman@mukkozpont.hu).

At the Center for Molecular Fingerprinting (CMF, mukkozpont.hu) we combine cutting-edge femtosecond laser technologies with novel molecular fingerprinting techniques to advance a new type of mid-infrared spectroscopy on the electric-field level. Our novel infrared molecular fingerprinting is developed and utilized by a highly interdisciplinary team of laser physicists, data scientists, biologists and clinical personal to identify medical conditions in samples of human bioliquids. The consortium provides a translational bridge between laser physics and clinical sciences. Its central goal is to demonstrate how a unique laser technology, that generates ultrashort light pulses, can be utilized for the early detection of diseases such as cancer.

The successful candidate will work together with scientists and technicians of the CMF and the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) (attoworld.de) in Garching (Germany) to develop next-generation instruments based on bright, coherent, broadband mid-Infrared sources and field-resolved detection. The goal for this position is to test the feasibility of coherent field-resolved infrared metrology with multi-octave spectral coverage and unprecedented detection sensitivity for infrared fingerprinting of blood-based human biofluids (https://www.lasers4life.de/). We are seeking a suitable candidate for filling the position of a Laser Technical Assistant to help performing high-throughput measurements and establishing electric-field infrared spectroscopy.

The candidate will work in a highly international and interdisciplinary team in direct collaboration with the biorepository, which stores and pre-processes the samples, laser technicians and scientist, which develop and maintain the laser systems, and data analysts

Major tasks include

• Routine operation of our laser-based infrared spectrometers, consisting of femtosecond-laser oscillators, amplifiers, pulse compressors and electro-optical detection systems;
• Regular quality control and documentation of the achieved laser parameters;
• Maintenance and fine adjustment of optomechanical components as well as implementation of improvements of the laser systems;
• Facilitating the routine analysis of clinical sample;
• Instruct new team members on how to use the laser spectrometer;
• Elaboration of SOPs for laser operation in cooperation with biomedical staff.

Required qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in physics, physical engineering or electrical engineering or related fields;
• Experience in setup and adjustment of optical systems
• Good command of English (written and spoken) is a pre-required, command of German and / or Hungarian is advantageous;
• Ability to work in an international environment;
• User-level computer management skills;
• Quick learning and good communication skills;
• Ability to work independently after training;
• High level of responsibility.

We offer:

• A broad range of activities in a dynamically evolving second-to-none endeavour and professional environment;
• Ample opportunities for improving professional skills and qualifications – including professional trainings and workshops;
• Position is initially limited to two years with the possibility of an extension

We are interested in filling the positions as soon as possible and applications are continuously evaluated until the position is filled.

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the post and your CV to Dr. Mihaela Zigman (mihaela.zigman@lmu.de) and Marinus Huber (huber.marinus@physik.uni-muenchen.de).

Postdoctoral Researcher position: Development of microfluidic chips and cuvettes for the mid-infrared spectroscopic investigation of biological fluids and cells for medical purposes

In collaboration between the Center for Molecular Fingerprinting (CMF, mukkozpont.hu) and the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU) in Munich (www.attoworld.de/bird) we combine cutting-edge femtosecond laser technologies with novel molecular fingerprinting techniques to advance a new type of mid-infrared spectroscopy on the electric-field level. The consortium of highly interdisciplinary team of laser physicists, data scientists, molecular biologists and clinical personnel is focusing on demonstration how state-of-the-art laser-based field-resolved infrared spectroscopy (FRS) that generates ultrashort light pulses1, can be utilized for health monitoring and disease detection (https://www.lasers4life.de/).

We are seeking for candidates interested in development and implementation of microfluidic platforms that enable spatio-temporal control of microfluidic-chamber/cuvette flow through systems (microfluidic chips) and its integration with laser-based field-resolved spectroscopy.This will allow infrared spectroscopy to be effectively applied to specimens in aqueous environments or liquids to obtain label-free chemical information about the sample for the investigation of cells as well as human blood-based bioliquids. The goal is to support and further develop the following three projects:

1. Infrared fingerprinting of human blood-based bioliquids for disease detection;

2. Coupling of liquid chromatography to infrared spectroscopy to increase the specificity of the above-mentioned application;

3. High-throughput infrared measurements of cells (i.e. label-free flow-cytometry).

The workplace is at the Laboratory for Extreme Photonics (LEX Photonics; www.lex-photonics.de) of the LMU at the research campus Garching, north of Munich. The candidate will work in a highly international and interdisciplinary team in direct collaboration with laser scientists, engineers, developing the next generation laser-based infrared spectrometers, as well as the molecular scintists providing the biological samples.

Major tasks include

• the main subject will be to develop, implement and experimentally apply a microfluidic platform that enables spatio-temporal control of microfluidic-chamber/cuvette flow through systems (microfluidic chips) and its integration with laser-based field-resolved spectroscopy;
• setting up simple (optical) measurement setups;
• writing and presenting the results of scientific work;
• identification and establishment of potential collaborations that can help in the above-mentioned tasks

Required qualifications and skills:

• doctoral degree (or equivalent) in microfluidics, microengineering, physics, biology or chemistry or related fields;
• experience with microfluidic engineering;
• experience in setup and adjustment of optical systems;
• ability to work in an international environment;
• user-level computer management skills;
• strong motivaton, ability to work independently but also well equipped for collaboration in this multidisciplinary project;
• ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment;
• team spirited and like to share your scientific issues with a multicultural and diverse environment;
• quick learning and good communication skills, excellence in expressing in English, both orally and in written form, command of German and / or Hungarian is advantageous;
• excellent planning skills, with responsibile mindset while keeping high level of flexibility and accuracy.

We offer:

• a unique possibility to work at highly cross-disciplinary field, at the forefront of laser sciences shaping the future of biomedical diagnostics;
• a broad range of activities in a dynamically evolving second-to-none endeavor and professional environment;
• ample opportunities for improving professional skills and qualifications – including professional training and workshops;
• the position is initially limited to two years with the possibility of an extension

We are interested in filling the positions as soon as possible, thus the applications are continuously evaluated until the position is filled.

Please send a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the post and your CV and contact information of two references to Dr. Mihaela Zigman (mihaela.zigman@lmu.de).