The Visual Optics and Biophotonics Lab (Institute of Optics, CSIC) is looking for a R&D SPECIALIST to join the group in the framework of the “Light AIOL” ERC-Proof of Concept project (funded by the EC) which aims at evaluating the marketability of the developed AIOL platform and at reaching a product commercialization plan to be presented to industrial and financial investors with the ultimate goal of bringing to market this technology, and move to a phase closer to deployment in patients.

The tasks to be developed are:

- Demonstrations and experimental proof of concepts of VIOBIO Accommodation IOL.

- Documentation and technical package preparation.

- IP Management.

- Strategy development for exploitation

- Pitch and marketing documentation

- Negotiation with stakeholders in the ophthalmic industry: strategic partnership and licensing.

- Fundraising for further development stages.

If interested, please send your application including CV, letter of motivation and name of 2 references to Prof. Susana Marcos at susana@io.cfmac.csic.es and nohelia.morales@csic.es

Benefits

    Full stipend starting at 32 K, commensurate with experience and/or academic preparation.
    Project duration 15 months (possibility of extension).
    Project associated to a world-class research laboratory.
    Stimulating work environment, highly international and interdisciplinary.

 Web site for additional job details

https://viobiolabs.wordpress.com/2018/03/16/job-offer-rd-specialist/

Required Research Experiences

    RESEARCH FIELD
    Physics
    YEARS OF RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
    1 - 4

Offer Requirements

    REQUIRED EDUCATION LEVEL
    Physics: Master Degree or equivalent
    REQUIRED LANGUAGES
    ENGLISH: Excellent

Skills/Qualifications

    MS or higher degree in Physics, Optics, Visual Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.  
    Experience in managing innovation and new product development.
    Experience collaborating with ophthalmic industry
    Profound knowledge of written and spoken English.