Doctoral Position in Mid-Infrared Integrated Photonics and Optical Sensing
Fully funded PhD position to develop mid-infrared integrated photonic devices and optical sensing systems at ETH Zurich.
Best for:Best for physics or engineering graduates with a strong background in optics, photonics, and cleanroom microfabrication.
Overview
The Optical Nanomaterial Laboratory in the Physics Department at ETH Zurich invites applications for a fully funded doctoral researcher position in mid-infrared integrated photonics and optical sensing. The project centers on designing, fabricating, and experimentally characterizing integrated mid-infrared photonic devices for advanced spectroscopy and optical sensing applications. The successful candidate will engage in numerical modeling, cleanroom micro- and nanofabrication, and state-of-the-art optical measurements. ETH Zurich provides an interdisciplinary and international research environment with comprehensive training, access to advanced facilities, and opportunities for scientific publishing.
What you'll do
- Develop numerical models and simulate optical or multiphysics photonic devices
- Design photonic layouts and contribute to micro- and nanofabrication processes in the cleanroom
- Perform optical and electrical measurements to evaluate device performance
- Conduct mid-infrared optical characterization, laser-based experiments, and spectroscopy
- Analyze scientific data and contribute to research publications and conference presentations
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, photonics, materials science, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English proficiency required for research, writing, and collaboration
Instruction: English
- Strong academic background in physics, electrical engineering, photonics, materials science, or a related field
- Interest and motivation for handling technically demanding experimental challenges
- Capacity to perform rigorous numerical modelling and simulation
- Readiness to undertake cleanroom-based micro- and nanofabrication tasks
- Applicants must hold or be close to obtaining a relevant Master's degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Prepare your application documents including a cover letter, CV, and academic transcripts. Submit your complete application exclusively through the ETH Zurich online application portal before the review process begins.
- Cover letter
- CV
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- 2 reference contacts
Contact
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