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Mission

The Laboratory of Nanoscience for Energy Technologies (LNET) is looking for a postdoctoral fellow to contribute to the ongoing research effort on metasurfaces for optical, energy and quantum devices. In particular, our research investigates photo-thermo-optical nonlinearities for reconfigurable metasurfaces and leverages non-linear metasurfaces for the investigation of interfacial phenomena.

Main duties and responsibilities

The candidate will lead the development of spectroscopic methods for the characterization of linear and non-linear metasurfaces. The candidate will have the opportunity to supervise both PhD candidates and junior researchers (BSc/MSc students).

Keywords: spectroscopy, nanophotonics, metasurfaces, non-linear optics.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in highly inter-disciplinary and challenging projects. The ideal profile would have:

• Strong background and expertise in linear and/or non-linear spectroscopy
• Strong experience with the design and characterization of metasurfaces
• Strong expertise in the design and realization of optical characterization set-ups
• Excellent communication and writing skills

We are a highly collaborative group and therefore we seek candidates with excellent team-work capabilities and interpersonal skills.

We offer

• 1 year contract (renewable) with very favorable employment conditions.
• State-of-the-art research facilities within the lab and on-campus
• Young, dynamic and international group with strong focus on excellence and innovation.
• Highly inter-disciplinary research within a very collaborative team.
• Excellent opportunities to build a solid international network and a strong career support.

Information

Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:

• A brief cover letter (pdf, up to 2 pages) indicating your main research achievements and future research goals
• A complete CV with a publication list.
• Contact details for 3 referees.

Application deadline: 31.03.2025

Contract Start Date : August/September 2025 (flexible)

Activity Rate : 100.00

Contract Type: CDD

Duration: 1 year (renewable)

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