Laser propagation and imaging in adverse conditions
NRL seeks a postdoctoral researcher to study laser imaging and propagation, scattering mitigation, and data analysis in adverse visual conditions.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: December 1, 2024 | March 1, 2025 | June 1, 2025 | September 1, 2025 (application opens each cycle); February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025 (deadlines at 5 PM ET)
Funding Amounts: $99,200 stipend plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical postdoctoral fellowship duration 2-3 years.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship at Naval Research Laboratory to conduct independent research on laser propagation, imaging techniques, and scattering mitigation in adverse visual conditions such as fog or smoke.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents with a Ph.D. earned within the last 5 years; requires contacting the research adviser prior to applying; relocation and health insurance benefits included.
Description
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) offers a postdoctoral research opportunity through the NRC Research Associateship Programs focused on laser propagation and imaging in adverse conditions such as fog or smoke. The research is conducted within the Advanced Optics Concepts Section, which explores advanced imaging and laser propagation techniques including computational imaging, single pixel imaging, orbital angular momentum laser beams, vortex masking, and scattering mitigation in visually degraded environments.
Ideal candidates will have experience in:
- Experimental and modeling work on laser beam propagation
- Optical alignment of imaging systems
- Characterization of detectors and sensors
- Working in visible (Vis) and mid-infrared (mid-IR) spectral regions
- Use of spatial light modulators and wavefront sensors (preferred)
- Programming skills for data acquisition and analysis in Python, Matlab, or LabVIEW
The fellow is expected to independently conduct research, present findings, and prepare manuscripts for publication.
