Researcher: Phase-sensitive optical amplifiers for communication systems

We are looking for a motivated researcher who wants to join a team that are world leading in the area of photonics. The main part of your work will involve experiments in our well-equipped laboratories. 

Information about the research project
The Photonics laboratory at the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience, with about 35 members, is involved with research on optical communication systems, optical amplifiers, and optoelectronics. We have an experimental facility for optical communication and excellent funding over the next several years. Our research is both experimental and numerical and we have extensive international collaboration. We also have access to a state-of-the-art clean room for fabrication of optical structures and devices as well as experience in commercializing our research.

We conduct applied research on a variety of topics in the area of photonics including for example, lasers for data-center interconnects or for water purification. The largest theme is optical fiber communication where we push the understanding on how to build future generation optical links with highest possible capacity that support the global internet. A particular area is ultra-low noise amplifiers relying on nonlinear optical phenomena.

Major responsibilities
You will interact closely with PhD students and postdocs involved in the project. This will include design of advanced waveguides and of experimental setups, in which the devices will subsequently evaluated. In addition, fiber-based devices will also be used. New applications will also be considered for these unique amplifiers. 

Your major responsibility as researcher is to perform your own research in a research group. You are expected to develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing. Another important aspect involves collaboration within academia and with society at large. The position is meritorious for future research duties within academia as well as industry/the public sector.

Contract terms
Temporary employment for 1 year, with a possible extension of the employment until the end of the project.

Qualifications
The position as researcher requires a doctoral degree in Electrical engineering or Engineering Physics. You need experimental experience on optical communication devices and systems. Experimental experience on nonlinear optics and simulations are meritorious. We are looking for a creative person that enjoys working independently as well as in a team.

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 Ref 20220260 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as pdf-files, as below:

CV: (Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref.number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.

Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus

Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.

Learn more and apply on Chalmers website: https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/Working-at-Chalmers/Vacancies/Pages/default.aspx?rmpage=job&rmjob=10563&rmlang=UK

Application deadline: June 18, 2022

For questions, please contact:
Professor Peter Andrekson, Microtechnology and Nanoscience, Photonics Laboratory
Email: peter.andrekson@chalmers.se

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