Postdoc | Human Technopole, MilanApplication closing date: 28.02.2026Human Technopole (Milan) is a rapidly expanding life science institute where international researchers and cutting‑edge technologies converge to accelerate biomedical discovery. Our mission is to transform bold scientific ideas into advances that improve human health.Build the science that shapes the future of human health.Within this mission, the Erdmann Group is part of the Structural Biology Center and develops next‑generation cryo‑electron tomography (cryo‑ET) sample preparation workflows, with a strong emphasis on automation and reproducibility for biologically and medically relevant tissue samples and organoids. As part of our Scientific AI Flagship Research Program (FRP), we are seeking an ambitious Postdoctoral Researcher to develop automated cryo‑focused ion beam (cryo‑FIB) lift‑out workflows based on SOLIST, in close collaboration with DELMIC, who are developing the next generation correlative plasma FIB instrumentation optimized for biological cryo‑ET.This position is software‑ and automation‑driven, with direct interaction with advanced hardware and real experimental systems.Your missionYou will design, implement, and validate automation strategies for cryo‑FIB lift‑out, with the goal of transforming expert‑only procedures into robust, programmable, and reproducible workflows.Specifically, You WillDevelop software and control frameworks for automated SOLIST cryo‑FIB lift‑outImplement adaptive,



feedback‑driven workflows to improve robustness and throughputInterface automation software with advanced in‑situ cryo‑fluorescence and next‑generation lift‑out hardware developed by DELMICIndependently run cryo‑FIB experiments to test, benchmark, and stress‑test automation on real cryogenic samplesCollaborate with other FRP members, microscopists, engineers, and biologists within the Structural Biology Center and beyondContribute to scientific publications, technical documentation, and reusable software tools, and where appropriate to grant proposals and training activitiesGrow Your SkillsState‑of‑the‑art cryo‑FIB and cryo‑EM infrastructurePre‑commercial and prototype lift‑out instrumentationAdvanced instrument control, automation, and scientific software developmentInterdisciplinary research environment spanning physics, engineering, and life sciencesIndustrial partners at the forefront of microscopy innovationEssentialPhD in physics, engineering, computer science, applied mathematics, materials science, or a closely related field (or to be obtained within the next 4 months)Strong programming skills (e.G. Python, C++, or similar)Experience with automation, robotics, instrument control,



or complex experimental systemsKnowledge of machine learning /machine vision principlesFluency in spoken and written EnglishStrong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environmentPreferredWet laboratory experienceUnderstanding of structural biology principlesExperience with cryo‑FIB/SEM, FIB/SEM automation, or advanced microscopy instrumentationFamiliarity with hardware control APIs, real‑time control, or scripting for scientific instrumentsExperience with computer vision or image‑based feedbackOrganisational and social skillsAbility to independently design and execute experiments to validate software and workflowsWhy Human TechnopoleHuman Technopole offers an international and dynamic workplace, competitive welfare provisions, flexible working policies and relocation support. Researchers moving to Italy may agevolazioni from attractive tax benefits. We promote work–life balance and provide parental support initiatives.SubmitHow to applyCVMotivation letter (English)Contact details of two refereesThis is a 3‑year contract offered under CCNL Chimico Farmaceutico, Level B2Salary: up to €40K depending on the candidate’s seniority.The position is based in Milan, Italy, within our vibrant international campus.We strongly encourage applications from candidates belonging to protected categories (L. 68/99).The Foundation reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to extend, suspend, modify, revoke, or cancel this job posting without giving rise to any rights or claims whatsoever in favor of the candidates; the Foundation reserves, however, the right not to proceed with the awarding of the above‑described assignment due to the effect of supervening regulatory provisions and/or obstructive circumstances.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Postdoc Erdmann Lab - Flagship Research Program Scientific Ai - Up To €40.000 A Year (Turbigo)
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