🌟 Urgent: PhD Position in Neurobiophotonics (photoacoustics) 🌟
Institute of Applied Physics (IAP RAS), Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
The Laboratory of Ultrasonic and Optoacoustic Diagnostics IAP RAS led by Dr. Pavel Subochev invites talented MSc graduates to join our PhD program starting autumn 2025.
PhD Project Topic:
Rapid volumetric optoacoustic diagnostics of neurovascular coupling in the cerebral cortex
What we offer:
- Monthly stipend of 80,000 RUB for 4 years (grant from the «МОЗГ.ИДЕЯ» program).
- Additional bonuses for publications and conference participation.
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure: advanced lasers, ultrasound detectors, GPU computing servers, clean biological facilities, and modern research equipment.
- Opportunity for dual supervision and interdisciplinary dissertation covering two scientific fields (e.g., Radiophysics and Life Sciences).
- International collaborations, including joint research with Prof. Daniel Razansky’s group (ETH Zurich).
- Excellent environment for professional growth and international scientific collaborations.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in physics, engineering, applied mathematics, or closely related fields.
- MSc degree (graduating summer 2025) in Biophotonics, Biophysics, Medical Physics, Neuroscience, or related disciplines.
- Strong research experience, preferably supported by publications in peer-reviewed journals or at least conference abstracts.
- Solid programming skills (Python, MATLAB); experience in automation of experiments, data analysis, and image processing.
- Preferable: experience in CAD software, 3D prototyping, electronics basics, Arduino, or similar technologies.
- High motivation and keen interest in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of biophotonics, physics, and neuroscience.
- Relocation to Nizhny Novgorod is required.
- Proficiency in Russian is strongly preferred to facilitate local communication and documentation.
📌 Dual supervision encouraged: We welcome candidates interested in collaborative supervision and maintaining academic ties with their current research advisors or institutions.
Timeline:
- Application deadline: March 28, 2025
- Program start date: September 2025
How to apply:
Send your CV, list of publications, and a brief motivation letter highlighting your research experience and interests to:
📧 Pavel.Subochev@gmail.com
Fast communication via Telegram: @PhotoacousticsRU
Note: Selected candidate must be prepared to relocate to Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, for the duration of their PhD studies.
Join us in pioneering research at the crossroads of neuroscience, optics, and acoustics!
