Postdoc position (M/F) in the field all-optical control techniques applied to array of micro-photonic waveguides

2 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CNRS

Department

Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire Carnot de Bourgogne

Research Field

Physics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

France

Application Deadline

22 Apr 2024 - 23:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

35

Offer Starting Date

1 Sep 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The ICB Laboratory in Dijon, France, is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to study new control methods regarding micro-photonics waveguide arrays.

Building upon the analogy between the temporal evolution of a quantum system and the propagation of light in a network of coupled waveguides, we have developed a new paradigm for controlling micro-photonics systems based on the transition between optical states. We have particularly identified a specific architecture with potential applications in substance detection in biology, frequency comb generation, and quantum optics. In this context, your role will be to conduct an in-depth study on the potential of this new architecture and compare it with the current state-of-the-art. You will be able to rely on the initial theoretical models and simulation tools already established within the laboratory. This study will allow you to define optimal design parameters. The fabrication of the corresponding nanostructures will be carried out by our nano-fabrication center, ARCEN, hosted within the university. Finally, you will be responsible for the preliminary characterization of the obtained samples, with the aim of validating the chosen model and approach.
This position is part of the national project funded by the ANR NAC-NIP, which encompasses both fundamental and theoretical aspects, as well as more practical experimental demonstrations. Therefore, the ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about engaging in both aspects of the project.

The SAFIR team specializes in the exploration of nonlinear propagation phenomena in fiber optics (https://icb.u-bourgogne.fr/en/safir-2/ ). Collaborating with the small clean room facility ARCEN housed at the ICB, SAFIR has expanded its focus to include the investigation of nonlinear phenomena in micro-photonics.

Requirements

Research Field

Physics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

FRENCH

Level

Basic

Research Field

Physics

Years of Research Experience

1 - 4

Additional Information
Eligibility criteria

You possess a Ph.D. with specialization in nonlinear optics and demonstrate proficiency in prevalent scientific programming languages such as Matlab and Python. Additionally, you boast a solid foundation in guided wave-propagation. While prior experience in experimental characterization of integrated photonics devices is advantageous, it is not a prerequisite.

Additional comments

This contract is funded in the frame of the ANR support project NAC-NIP (contract no. ANR-20-CE24-0007)

Website for additional job details

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR6303-PIECOL-004/Default.aspx

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Laboratoire Interdisciplinaire Carnot de Bourgogne

Country

France

City

DIJON

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Candidat/Offre/UMR6303-PIECOL-004/Candidater.aspx

Contact

City

DIJON

Website

http://icb.u-bourgogne.fr/

STATUS: EXPIRED