Postdoctoral Fellow In Spectroscopy

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Have you completed your PhD? Are you eager to enrich knowledge on biodiversity as a postdoc? Then Naturalis in Leiden is the place for you. Pursuing a postdoc at Naturalis means working on research with a truly global impact — contributing directly to biodiversity. With state-of-the-art museum collections and lab facilities, many inspiring colleagues, and access to our international network, Naturalis offers everything you need to strengthen your career as a scientist. As a postdoctoral fellow in Spectroscopy You will conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of BioImaging, BioOptics, and seaweed ecology for species recognition with collection material. You will develop a multimodal workflow on integrating hyperspectral imaging, X-ray fluorescence, and RGB images. You will be given ample opportunity to apply for funding and grants in collaboration with Naturalis researchers and partners to further your research. You will receive strong support, with access to our dedicated Research Coordination Office. This is what you'll be doing As a postdoctoral fellow within the research group Marine Biodiversity, you will develop and validate a multimodal bioimaging workflow that connects sensor measurements with their biological meaning. The model will combine RGB images, hyperspectral imaging, and X-ray fluorescence mapping of herbarium specimens from the Naturalis collection. A central challenge will be calibrating and spatially co-registering these complementary imaging and sensor modalities, enabling spectral properties, elemental distributions, and quantitative morphological characteristics to be studied within the same specimens. Using seaweed as a case study, you will investigate how the resulting multimodal data can support species identification, the characterization of morphological variation, and the spatial analysis of heavy metal accumulation. Alongside shaping this research, you will actively share your discoveries through scientific publications and international presentations. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to mentor students and contribute to teaching, fostering the next generation of biodiversity scientists. Here's what we have to offer The salary ranges from €3,768 to €4,897 gross per month (based on a full-time contract of 36 hours/week), depending on relevant experience. A one-year contract, full-time (36 hours/week). End-of-year bonus of 3.4% of your gross annual salary and 8% holiday pay. Time off thanks to 27 days of leave per year with full-time employment. Plus 1 extra day that you can use for a holiday that is important to you. Commuting allowance depending on your means of transport. Pension scheme via PFZW, where Naturalis pays 60% of your premium. Plenty of development opportunities. We support your growth and give you unlimited access to the online training platform Goodhabitz. Fascinating knowledge events. These help you stay up to date on the latest developments in both your own field and outside it, such as our lectures and gatherings on various (scientific) topics. You can also attend – or take part in – the fascinating internal information session Naturalis Draait Door. Laptop and phone allowance. Nice extras such as discounts on software for private use, collective health insurance plans, and a bicycle scheme. You’ll also enjoy discounts in our museum restaurant and unlimited free access to our award-winning museum for you and your family. Fun team outings. We also get together for drinks every month, organize an annual BBQ, and a fantastic New Year's party. Not your scene? That's fine too, of course. All team activities are voluntary. A unique work environment in a state-of-the-art building where you will feel proud to work every single day – we guarantee it! The world lies at your feet! Literally. Whatever your role may be, you contribute to the preservation of our planet on a daily basis. Naturalis Biodiversity Center is the national research and knowledge institute and a key pl