Scientist – Photonic Integrated Circuit Design and Fabrication (all genders) // Job-ID: 169-1
The Integrated Photonics Technologies (IPT) research unit is looking for an experienced researcher (3+ years post PhD) to take a leading role in the development of photonic integrated circuits (PICs) based on innovative material systems and technology. The successful candidate will manage project-related activities and actively contribute to the forthcoming of a multi-national research project.
Your future responsibilities will include:
* Design and development of photonic integrated circuits for datacom and sensing applications
* Lead or support the design of active components with the introduction of advanced thin film materials into innovative photonic platforms e.g. high-speed modulators
* Design and optimize passive photonic components for multiple photonic platforms e.g. LiN and AlN
* Collaborate with process engineers to develop fabrication processes for integrated photonic devices in an R&D cleanroom facility
* Lead or contribute to internal testing and data analysis to evaluate the performance of integrated photonic devices
* Collaborate with all other functional teams and research units in the organization to implement co-designed and co-optimized photonic systems
* Actively collaborate with the network of European project partners
* Scientific reporting, documentation, generation of new intellectual property including patent applications,
* Actively contribute to or lead the preparation of funding proposals
* Lead projects in collaboration with industry or academia
Your profile
* PhD degree in electrical/telecommunication engineering, applied physics or a related field; preferably with a focus on high-speed integrated photonic components
* Experience in design and/or fabrication of integrated photonic devices in an industrial or academic environment
* Proficiency in using multi-physics simulation software e.g. Anys Lumerical, Comsol
* Strong programming ability with Python, Matlab, or similar languages
* Hands-on experience with photonic component development and photonic integrated circuit design, layout and characterization
* Good knowledge of the semiconductor technologies with practical experience in cleanroom microfabrication processes
* Good knowledge of the photonic market, including trends and promising technologies
* Autonomous, passionate, well organized, enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural team
* Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines
* Experience with project management is a plus
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Important Facts about SAL
* Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.
* State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
* Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.
* Internal and external training opportunities for career development.
* Home office in Austria (max. 40%) and work from anywhere in the European Union possible (
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