PhD in Chiral Light Emitting Metasurfaces: This PhD opportunity focuses on developing light sources with controllable polarization and wavefront through chiral light-emitting devices. It aims to explore the intersection of chiral emitters and nanophotonic engineering, particularly in the context of metasurfaces, with a strong emphasis on applications in display technologies.
PhD in Chiral Light Emitting Metasurfaces
Designation
PhD Candidate
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Chiral Light Emitting Metasurfaces |
| Location | AMOLF, Amsterdam Science Park, Netherlands |
| Eligibility | MSc in physics, optics, photonics, physical chemistry, nanoscience, or related fields |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Starting Salary | €3,115 gross per month |
Research Area
This scholarship focuses on the area of nanophotonics, specifically on creating chiral light-emitting devices combined with novel emitter materials and advanced optical metasurfaces. The project involves investigating the microscopic origins of chirality in fluorescence and enhancing microscopic chirality using metasurface resonances.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree (MSc) in one of the following:
- Physics
- Optics
- Photonics
- Physical Chemistry
- Nanoscience
- Related fields
Description
The PhD project entails working on:
- Fluorescence microscopy
- Polarimetry
- Fluorescence lifetime measurements
- Transient absorption spectroscopy
- Metasurface design and nanofabrication
Successful candidates will collaborate closely within the Resonant Nanophotonics group at AMOLF and the LightMatters group at the University of Amsterdam, benefiting from existing expertise and resources. AMOLF supports foreign students with housing, visa applications, transport cost compensation, and furnishing expenses.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the designated application portal linked in the job announcement. Ensure all required documents are uploaded, including CV and academic qualifications.
Last Date to Apply
Applications are accepted Until the position is filled. (Please check the official website for specific deadlines.)
For more information, please contact Femius Koenderink at f.koenderink@amolf.nl. All selected candidates will be informed via email regarding the status of their application.
