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Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow - Development of novel non-silica-based hollow core fibres

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Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Aug 28, 2018

Job Details

You will be working on the development of novel non-silica-based hollow core fibres for application in thermography, nonlinear optics, mid-IR power delivery and high power lasers. You will be responsible for the development of fabrication processes and of novel mid-IR guiding fibre structures to be produced using commercially available or in-house developed glasses.

You will be also responsible for characterising the thermo-mechanical, optical and spectroscopic properties of the fabricated glasses and fibres, and to assist existing collaborators on the development of applications using these fibres.

The position is funded by an ERC consolidator grant (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/rcn/200549_en.html), a five-year project aimed at developing a next generation of optical fibres.

Applicants must have PhD* in Physics/Engineering/Material Science/Chemistry or equivalent and industrial experience in the fabrication of optical fibres. A hands-on approach and excellent experimental skills are required, along with a keen interest in developing new physical ideas from proof-of-principle to implementation. A strong background in optics and in mid-IR science is desirable. The applicants are expected to work as part of a cohesive and ambitious team, to contribute to write funding bids and generate new research ideas.

The salary, from £29,799 to £38,833 pa, will be commensurate with experience and at the Level 4 or Level 5 of the University Education, Research and Enterprise scale. The appointment is for a 2-year period, ideally starting in September 2018 or soon thereafter.

*Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Prof Francesco Poletti: frap@orc.soton.ac.uk

 

Application procedure:

You should submit your completed online application form. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Rosie McPhail (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 4043. Please quote reference 1041118EH on all correspondence.

We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Please note that applications from agencies will not be accepted unless indicated in the job advert.

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