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August 26, 2024
Silicon Austria Labs
Villach
OTHER
CRYSTALLINE PhD position - Mid-infrared photonic integrated circuits for sensing applications (all genders) // Job-ID: 147-1
Your future responsibilities
Mid-infrared photonic integrated circuits (PICs) are a novel type of functional optoelectronic devices for spectroscopy, that combine multiple elements such as lasers, detectors, waveguides, modulators and/or filters on one single chip.
In this Ph D thesis the next generation of such functional mid-infrared PICs will be developed. A special focus is put on the passive components, i.e. waveguides and modulators, as crucial elements, that so far still lack maturity on the currently available PICs.
To achieve this, the candidate will work with state of the art design tools to model and optimize these passive elements as part of the whole chip, contribute to the process design of the final devices and be part of the team of their fabrication in our state-of-the-art cleanroom. The final mid-infrared PICs will then be characterized and used in on-chip sensing experiments.
The research will involve:
In this Ph D thesis the next generation of such functional mid-infrared PICs will be developed. A special focus is put on the passive components, i.e. waveguides and modulators, as crucial elements, that so far still lack maturity on the currently available PICs.
To achieve this, the candidate will work with state of the art design tools to model and optimize these passive elements as part of the whole chip, contribute to the process design of the final devices and be part of the team of their fabrication in our state-of-the-art cleanroom. The final mid-infrared PICs will then be characterized and used in on-chip sensing experiments.
The research will involve:
- Design and development of novel mid-infrared photonic integrated circuits (PICs) with a focus on passive components (low-loss waveguides, efficient splitters/combiners, high-speed modulators, optical filters) for sensing applications
- Explore novel concepts & thin film-based material systems
- Integrate (monolithic, hybrid) the passive components with active mid-infrared lasers and detectors based on well-known III-V material systems (In P, In As, Ga Sb)
- Develop fabrication processes for the photonic devices in the R&D cleanroom facilities and in collaboration with the process engineers
- Conduct electro-optical testing of the devices for optimizing the design
- Participate in first sensing experiments with external partners from academia and industry
- Be part of the scientific dissemination of the results (conferences, journal papers, patents)
Your profile
- Master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering or similar with a focus on optics, photonics or semiconductor devices and related areas of expertise.
- Strong motivation in solving physics and engineering problems for applications.
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Experience in at least 1 of the following 3 areas:
- multi-physics simulations (Comsol, Ansys Lumerical),
- working in an optical lab or
- working in a cleanroom
- Good programming skills in Python, Matlab or a similar language.
- Hands-on-attitude, proactive, well-organized and enjoy working in a dynamic and multicultural research team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, German is a plus.
- Experience in using Office tools (Word, Excel, …) .
Important Facts about SAL
- Application deadline: 3 November 2024
- Weekly working hours: 38.5
- Diversified research activities with plenty of technical challenges.
- State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.
- Internal and external training opportunities for further development.
- Home Office possible.
- € 4 per day food allowance in restaurants or € 2 per day in supermarkets.
- Family & kids friendly.
- Free coffee/milk/tea & fresh fruits.
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Application requirements:
- Applicants must not have resided and/or carried out their main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Austria for more than 12 months in the 3 years immediately before the call deadline.
- Master's degree including official evidence completed by application deadline.
- Not in possession of a Ph D degree.
- Only complete sets of application documents concatenated in a single PDF can be accepted.
- [Mandatory] 1-page letter of motivation (in English), including a declaration of the considered research topic
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[Mandatory] CV (in English), including
- expertise, skills, and
- (if applicable) list of internships and publications & patents
- [Mandatory] Scanned copies of transcripts of records for bachelor and the master (or equivalent degree) including the diplomas proofing the completion of the studies (originally issued in English or German, or an official translation in alignment with the guidelines on translation and authentication)
- [Mandatory] Proof of fluency in English at minimum B2 level (Upper Intermediate English). Accepted proofs are e.g. master studies in English or an internationally accepted certificate.
- [Mandatory] Scanned copy of valid Passport/ID
- [Optional] Letter of references from academic reference persons (with contact details)
- [Optional] Authored/Co-authored publications
- [Mandatory] Master thesis
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About us
Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is a top research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems (ESBS). At three locations (Graz, Villach, Linz), SAL is conducting research along the entire ESBS value chain in the areas of sensor systems, power electronics, intelligent wireless systems, microsystems and embedded systems to develop future-oriented solutions for industrial production, health, energy, mobility, safety and more. SAL brings together key players from industry, science and research and thus valuable expertise and know-how and conducts cooperative, application-oriented research along the value chain. Cooperative projects are co-financed by SAL and enable a fast and unbureaucratic project start. SAL is thus shaping the high-tech location Austria and Europe and developing the future
Innovation is our top priority and so are our employees. We are a family-friendly company and support the compatibility of work and family as much as possible. That is why we have been awarded the Work and Family Certificate until 2026. But we are constantly working on new measures to offer our employees an environment where they feel good, healthy and motivated.
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