Research Assistant and PhD Student in Fiber-Optic Technologies
Join a leading research team at the University of Warsaw to design and characterize advanced optical fibers.
Best for:Best for graduate physicists or engineers with a background in optics and an interest in fiber-optic fabrication and numerical modeling.
Overview
The University of Warsaw invites applications for a Research Assistant and PhD Student position within Research Team No. 2 focusing on Fiber-Optic Technologies. Operating under the MAB FENG project 'Centre of Excellence for Structured Fiber Optics and Applications,' the successful candidate will pursue a doctoral dissertation in the extramural mode supervised by dr Adam Filipkowski. The role involves hands-on optical fiber fabrication, numerical modeling, and experimental characterization. Applicants are expected to actively disseminate findings through publications and engage in international collaborations.
What you'll do
- Participate in technologies for the fabrication and drawing of optical fibers.
- Design innovative optical fiber structures.
- Perform numerical modeling to support optical fiber development.
- Develop and maintain experimental setups for optical testing.
- Conduct optical characterization of manufactured optical fibers.
- Disseminate research outcomes through peer-reviewed publications.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports on performed project work.
- Cooperate actively with international research partners.
Requirements
Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent
Degree offered: PhD
Language: Polish (Good)
Instruction: Polish
Publications: Dissemination of research results through publications is expected as part of the project duties.
- Experience in optical fiber design or fabrication
- Proficiency in numerical modeling techniques
- Background in developing experimental setups and optical characterization
- Capability to draft technical reports and scientific publications
- Must hold a Master Degree or equivalent
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 (Europe/Warsaw)
Interested candidates should submit their application materials via email to the designated administrative contact before the deadline. Ensure the application subject references the specific position title.
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