Research Fellow - Physics

Duration: 2 year, fixed term

Starting 1 Jan 2018 at the latest, or any time before this date

We are seeking a post-doctoral research fellow to work on the experimental investigation of widely tunable parametric oscillation in optical microresonators. The project has both experimental and theoretical components and may extend to the study of frequency comb generation in microresonators.

The candidate should have a PhD degree in experimental Physics, Engineering or in a related discipline (or be close to obtaining one) and have suitable skills in the area of laser physics and nonlinear optics. In addition, experience in one or several of the following domains will be a definite plus. First, a good knowledge and hands-on experience of nonlinear optics experiments in optical microresonators. Second, experience in the fabrication and modelling of optical microresonators. Third, the ability to perform numerical simulations of partial differential equation models based on existing codes, and be able to extend these codes as required by the research.

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team are key requirements. The candidate will be joining a dynamic team of researchers with proven track-records made up of Assoc. Prof. Stuart Murdoch, Assoc. Prof. Stephane Coen and Dr Miro Erkintalo. The postdoctoral researcher will be expected to help supervise the PhD student already working on the project as well as taking the lead in writing up some of the results of the research. In addition, the position will include a small teaching component within the Physics Department.

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Applications close Sunday 10 September 2017. All applications must be made online.

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