Post doc position in AI-Assisted molecular diagnostic with Nanophotonics

Post doc position in AI-Assisted molecular diagnostic with Nanophotonics Commitment & contract: Postdoctoral position 24 months Location: IIT, Genoa, ITALY Step into a world of endless possibilities, together let’s leave something for the future! At IIT, we are committed to advancing human-centered Science and Technology to address the most urgent societal challenges of our era. We foster excellence in both fundamental and applied research, spanning fields such as neuroscience and cognition, humanoid technologies and robotics, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and material sciences, offering a truly interdisciplinary scientific experience. Our approach integrates cutting‑edge tools and technology, empowering researchers to push the limits of knowledge and innovation. With us, your curiosity will know no bounds. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment. We value the unique experiences, knowledge, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our people. By embracing diversity, we believe science can achieve its fullest potential. THE ROLE You will be working in a multicultural and multi‑disciplinary group. The team is composed of physicists, chemists, biotechnologists, and engineers collaborating in a very multi‑disciplinary group that aims to develop a new generation of single‑molecule sensors for real diagnostic applications. The Plasmon Nanotechnology Research Unit is coordinated by Francesco De Angelis, who has extensive experience in the development of new photonic and optoelectronic technologies for single‑molecule sensing. You will share with the team the responsibility of developing a new generation of single‑molecule sensors powered by AI for digital diagnostics. The ultimate goal is achieving DNA and protein identification and sequencing at the personalized level, a transformative breakthrough for the future of digital medicine. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS A PhD in nanotechnologies, physics, chemistry, engineering or related disciplines Documented experience in Nanofabrication (clean room), Nano‑optics and Spectroscopies in the visible range, Plasmonics The ability to properly report, organize and publish research data Good command in spoken and written English ADDITIONAL SKILLS Knowledge of modelling software (like COMSOL or ANSYS) Ability to work in a challenging and international environment Capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively in a highly interdisciplinary environment Possess Analytical Reasoning skills and a growth mindset COMPENSATION & BENEFITS A yearly gross salary ranging between 30,000 and 40,000 Euro Private health care coverage Candidates from abroad or Italian citizens who have carried scientific research activity permanently abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a deduction from taxable income of up to 90% from 6 to 13 years. Please submit your application using the online form and including a detailed CV and names and contacts of 2 referees. Application’s deadline: November 30th, 2025. To discover more about life at IIT, visit the dedicated section here: https://www.iit.it/en/work-at-iit J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Genova, Liguria, IT

Posted Date: 11/15/2025