PhD in Spatiotemporal Integrated Metamaterials
Design dynamically modulated on-chip metamaterials for advanced nonreciprocal light control.
Best for:Best for graduate engineers with a strong background in photonics, optics, or nanofabrication seeking an EU-funded doctoral network experience.
Overview
Eindhoven University of Technology is offering a four-year PhD position within the Photonic Integration group, focusing on spatiotemporal integrated metamaterials as part of the SPARK Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network. The researcher will engage in both theoretical design and experimental validation of time-modulated photonic structures, collaborating with international partners including secondments at INESC MN and PICadvanced in Portugal. Responsibilities include numerical modeling, advanced nanolithography fabrication, and optical characterization for photonic circuit integration. The successful candidate will work in an interdisciplinary environment and contribute minimally to teaching duties.
What you'll do
- Perform theoretical and numerical design of dynamically modulated photonic structures and chip-scale metamaterials
- Fabricate on-chip devices utilizing advanced cleanroom and nanolithography techniques
- Conduct experimental testing and characterization of nonreciprocal light transport in integrated circuits
- Complete structured secondments at partner institutions including INESC MN and PICadvanced in Portugal
- Collaborate within an international multidisciplinary network focused on photonic integration technologies
- Contribute to teaching activities and student coaching for up to 15 percent of annual time
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Applied Physics, Materials Engineering, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; C1 level proficiency in spoken and written English
Instruction: English
- Background in photonics, optics, or nanofabrication
- Experience with numerical design or theoretical modeling of optical structures
- Capacity to work effectively within an interdisciplinary research team
- Commitment to participating in international secondments and industrial collaborations
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18
Submit your application through the online portal by following the application link provided on the vacancy page. Ensure all required personal and academic documentation is uploaded prior to the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Transcripts
Contact
Humeyra Caglayan· Hiring Manager
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