Amanuens: Automation of spectroscopy and laser characterization lab

Do you like programming and experimenting with lasers and optics?
Are you interested in scientific research and would you like to spend some time in a research lab?
We have an opportunity for you to do just that, while also earning some money.

Information about the division
The Photonics Laboratory at the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2), with about 35 researchers, is working on optoelectronics, ultrafast optics and fiber optical communication. We have a strong research focus on blue and ultraviolet emitting vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs), where we have the expertise and infrastructure that covers most parts in VCSEL development, i.e. design and simulation, laser fabrication, and material/device characterization. More recently we have expanded our research to also include thin-film flip-chip light emitting diodes (LEDs) and other types of surface-emitting lasers. We have developed a unique thin-film lift-off process for AlGaN-materials based on electrochemical etching. This has enabled us to demonstrate thin-film flip-chip UVB LEDs and the shortest emission wavelength at the time from an optically pumped VCSEL at 310 nm, the latter by combining an AlGaN-cavity with high-quality dielectric mirrors. Most of our devices are characterized using advanced spectroscopy techniques and we are now looking for an amanuens student to help us automate these set-ups and help us to characterize our state-of-the-art light-emitters.

Major responsibilities
The main responsibility will be to automate our spectroscopy lab and thereby contribute to the characterization of our state-of-the-art light-emitters. In this role, you will learn how to perform high-resolution spectroscopy, involving lasers, temperature controllers, current sources, and various optical components. You will, with input from us, develop the code to make these equipments work together in harmony.

Qualifications
For this position, we require a basic knowledge of optics and electronics, a good working knowledge of English, and good programming skills in any language. Programming experience in Python is an asset.

Contract terms
Part time temporary employment, 20% for 3+3 months

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Name, Ref 20210576  and be attached as PDF files, as below:

CV
Personal letter
Other documents (optional):
• Copies of completed education, grades etc. Two references that we can contact should be provided at a possible interview.

Please use the button at the bottom of the page to reach the application form.
Application deadline: 9 January, 2022

For questions, please contact:
Professor Åsa Haglund, Photonics Laboratory
E-mail: asa.haglund@chalmers.se
Phone: +46(0)31-772 1592

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