Description

Summary

The Optical Engineer develops novel high-space-bandwidth-time-product optical microscopy systems for biomedical surgical vision applications and works closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the success of the project.

Tulane's School of Science and Engineering is beginning a multi-year project to improve outcomes for prostate and colorectal cancer surgical patients. The project will involve rapidly scanning tumor excisions with high resolution and precision and then using advanced machine-learning techniques to detect residual tumor cells on the surface. The project will create a device to scan and present results to a surgeon while still in the operating room. This state-of-the-art device will be at the forefront of cancer treatment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong competency with optical microscopy system design, analysis, and construction.

• Proficiency with ZEMAX or similar optical design and analysis software.

• Ability to build custom control software for optical imaging / machine vision applications.

Required Education and/or Experience

• Master's Degree (in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field) with 2 years of applicable engineering experience.

OR

• Bachelor's Degree (in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field) with 5 years of applicable engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field.
• Experience with fluorescence or other advanced microscopy systems, including optical sectioning and/or super-resolution microscopy systems.
• Experience with high-bandwidth machine vision camera systems, including time-domain-integration and area-scan cameras.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.