Group leader (m/f/d) in the field of physics-based rendering of translucent objects

To be filled at the earliest possible date is a

Group leader (m/f/d) in the field of physics-based rendering of translucent objects

with a focus on

• Monte Carlo simulation for solving the radiative transfer equation in scattering and absorbing complex 3D objects
• Comparison of rendered images with photographs of real-world objects
• Physics-based modeling of the rough surface properties of the materials involved
• Quantitative investigation of anisotropic light propagation in objects with complex microstructures
• Acceleration of simulations through variance reduction techniques
• Application-oriented research projects, e.g. in autonomous driving, dentistry, 3D printing, and the generation of digital twins
• Collaboration with the newly established Center for the Determination of Optical Properties of Scattering Media (ZOE)

Your profile

• Master's degree (or equivalent) and a Ph.D. in engineering, physics, mathematics, or computer science
• Excellent knowledge of theoretical optics
• Strong programming skills (Python/MATLAB, C++, OpenCL/CUDA)
• Experience with concepts of physics-based rendering and established ray tracing methods
• Publications in leading peer-reviewed journals
• Experience in acquiring third-party research funding (both public and industrial projects)
• Excellent written and spoken English

We offer:

• A diverse and challenging position at the interface of science and industry
• Attractive performance-based compensation
• A high degree of independence and freedom to shape your research
• Interdisciplinary and creative teamwork
• The opportunity to pursue a Habilitation (postdoctoral qualification for professorship in the German academic system)
• No teaching obligations
• A permanent tenure-track position

The ILM welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and strongly encourages them to apply. Please submit your complete application documents by email, with the subject line "Application - Group Leader, Department II", as PDF file(s) to bewerbungen@ilm-ulm.de. For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Alwin Kienle by email or by telephone at +49 731/1429 224.