Post-Doctoral Researcher – Photonic devices and integration

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Post-Doctoral Researcher – Photonic devices and integration

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Tyndall National Institute

Job description

Post-Doctoral Researcher – Photonic devices and integration
Contract Type: Full Time/Fixed TermThe Photonic Devices group at Tyndall National Institute is seeking a Research Scientist to join our team in developing active (photonic, electronic and other functionality) components and their integration in circuits for a range of applications. A key focus of the research will be the development of one of the leading emerging technologies for large-scale photonic-electronic heterogeneous integration, namely Micro-Transfer Printing (MTP), which Tyndall has pioneered. Tyndall has outstanding fabrication, characterisation and test facilities to enable the research. You will join a number of upcoming projects with a dedicated team of highly skilled research staff where you will contribute to compound semiconductor device fabrication.The Photonics Centre at Tyndall is a vibrant and expanding world-class research ecosystem comprising more than 200 researchers with activities that include photonic theory, III-V and III-Nitride material epitaxy, photonic integration, hybrid integration and packaging, microelectronics, biophotonics and communication systems. Tyndall hosts the Science Foundation Ireland Irish Photonic Integration Centre (IPIC) a €30M initiative with 30 industry partners, including large multinationals and indigenous companies and start-ups. Tyndall National institute has a proactive entrepreneurial culture and we welcome applications from candidates who possess entrepreneurial and creative skills/experience, including the creation of technology start-ups.Key Responsibilities

• Design robust process flows for fabrication of compound semiconductor device with appropriate risk management.
• Ensure high quality fabrication with appropriate in-line testing
• Characterising the electro-optic performance of the devices
• Disseminate research achievements through publications in leading journals and at leading conferences.
• Participate in mentoring activities within the group.
• Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required.
• Ensure all activities are compliant with the Tyndall Quality Management system.
• Ensure all activities are compliant with the required Health and Safety standards.
• Carry out any additional duties as may be reasonably required within the general scope and level of the post.

Essential Criteria

• 2 year’s experience in processing compound semiconductor devices.
• PhD degree in Photonic devices, Communications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Evident strong knowledge of device design, processing and characterisation.
• Evident proficiency in managing process flows and in report writing for research projects.
• Good publication record in IEEE and/or Optica journals and conference publications.

Desirable Criteria

• Evidence of entrepreneurial experience and creative skills/creativity
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working on industry projects,
• Previous project management experience
• Experience with Education and Public Engagement activities

Tyndall National institute has a proactive entrepreneurial culture and we welcome applications from candidates who possess entrepreneurial and creative skills/experience, including the creation of technology start-ups.Appointment may be made on the Post-Doctorate Researcher & Senior Postdoctoral Researcher Scale, with a salary range €45,847 – €52,339 & €53,770 – €58,479 per annum. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with the public sector pay policy.Duration of contract is approximately 24 months. Based on performance, follow-up opportunities are expected to arise.Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to .
Closing date for application is 1pm on 16th May 2025Application Instructions
Please make sure to attach an up-to-date CV/Resume AND a brief motivation letter outlining how you meet the ‘Essential Criteria’ for this role.Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.At this time, Tyndall National Institute does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies.
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Location

Cork

Job date

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 07:16:45 GMT

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