Swiss PIC offers a thrilling opportunity for a motivated student to join our team as a doctoral candidate. This position is part of the "Silicon Carbide Photonic Integrated Circuit (SiCPIC)" project, a prestigious European Doctoral Network initiative funded by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action (MSCA), Grant Agreement No. 101227010.
The SiCPIC project is dedicated to developing next-generation photonic integrated circuit technologies by harnessing the unique optical properties of Silicon carbide (SiC). One notable example is the SiC-based optical frequency comb (OFC), characterized by its low pumping threshold power, high energy efficiency, and broad wavelength coverage. As a PhD candidate, you will join an international team of 15 doctoral students in a consortium that unites 13 leading academic and industrial players from Switzerland, Germany, France, Italy, and Denmark to address the current technological challenges hindering chip-scale OFC.
This PhD project is positioned at the intersection of the individual OFC components and their assembly into a functional module. The packaging and application of mid-infrared OFC light sources is not yet realized. The primary goal is to develop a compact mid-infrared source with extensive wavelength coverage that has the potential to revolutionize spectroscopy.
We are seeking passionate candidates with a strong interest in photonics and emerging technologies, particularly integrated photonics. Applicants should possess good communication skills in English, demonstrate a willingness to learn, and be able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. Candidates must hold a two-year master's degree or a similar qualification equivalent to a two-year master's degree in photonics, electronics, applied physics, or a related field.
Joining Swiss PIC means becoming part of a dynamic, international team located on the campus of the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Villigen, Switzerland—the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in the country. The environment boasts state-of-the-art facilities, advanced optical labs, and a collaborative atmosphere with leading experts in photonics, computing, materials science, and quantum technologies. Additionally, you will be part of a large and active community of PhD students at PSI, engaging in numerous social events.
The position includes two secondments of three months each at DTU (Denmark) and Neoplas (Germany). You will also participate in common meetings with the other 14 PhD students in the network, including three dedicated training schools. Academic enrollment will be at the Politecnico di Torino, necessitating occasional travel to Torino for courses and supervisor meetings during your employment.
Swiss PIC is committed to fostering diversity in the workplace. Our open, multicultural environment encourages participation from individuals of all genders, ages, races, disabilities, religions, and ethnic backgrounds. We proudly adhere to the European Code of Conduct for Recruitment of Researchers, which all candidates are encouraged to review.
Interested candidates are invited to apply online using the form below. Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a reference contact. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Location : Villigen
Country : Switzerland