Fully Funded PhD in Ophthalmic Imaging, Optical Phantoms, and Image Analysis at Universidad de Zaragoza Universidad de Zaragoza in Spain

Fully funded PhD opportunity at Universidad de Zaragoza in Spain within the ERC Starting Grant VISIONSAFE. The project is centered on ophthalmic imaging, optical tissue phantoms, OCT, microscopy, image analysis, and image/data processing using MATLAB or Python.

The research combines experimental measurements, fabrication of tissue-mimicking samples, quantitative analysis, and biomedical applications aimed at the early detection of eye disease. The successful candidate will work on the characterization of ocular tissues and how tissue structure and image acquisition affect image quality and quantitative biomarkers.

Candidate profile: an MSc in physics, optics/photonics, biomedical engineering, imaging science, materials science, biomedical sciences, or a related field; background in image/data processing; interest in ophthalmic imaging and microscopy; hands-on laboratory attitude; programming skills in MATLAB and/or Python; and good written and spoken English.

Funding: fully funded PhD position for 3 years with possibility of extension, with salary according to Universidad de Zaragoza regulations and candidate experience. The position offers an interdisciplinary environment, access to clinical and experimental ophthalmic imaging systems, and opportunities to collaborate with international academic and clinical partners and attend conferences.

Location: Zaragoza, Spain. Start date: September 2026. Deadline: 3 June 2026. To apply, send a CV, a motivation letter (max. 1 page), and optional reference contacts to [email protected] (Attn. Prof. Alejandra Consejo).