Researchers in the visible “Yellow light” spectral domain

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Novel optical fibre based yellow laser for medical and biological applications.

We are actively searching for two self-motivated researchers to participate to the development of novel types of optical fibre-based laser sources, in the visible “Yellow light” spectral domain.

This research post is part of a multi-institutional research grant funded by the Italian government to upgrade current light sources used for medical treatments and diagnostic.

Successful candidates will be based at the Engineering Department within the University Campus in Parma, Italy ( www.unipr.it ) . The project envisages large collaborations with Polytechnic University of Turin, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and Polytechnic University of Milan.

The overall project involves the study and the building of an efficient yellow light coherent optical source and his testing in medical applications. University of Parma is mainly involved in the theoretical study of the source and on the characterization of passive and active optical fibre performances.

Qualifications for potential candidates include a robust background in photonics or physics, and a basic expertise in the design or in the characterization of optical fibres. An ability for evaluation and interpretation of experimental data is essential.

Familiarity with Matlab modelling is preferred, as well as possible experience with Comsol Modeling, or optical characterization of active devices, sensors or nonlinear effects.

Applicants are expected to demonstrate:

• Strong independent work capabilities, as well as effective teamwork skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

The initial appointment is for 1 year, with concrete possibilities of extensions.

Salary is about 27k€ per year. Living cost in Italy is 27% less than UK, according to livingcost.org .

For informal enquiries of the position, please contact Prof Walter Belardi (email: [email protected] ) or Prof. Annamaria Cucinotta (email: [email protected]).

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification