PhD Candidate: Ultrafast Lasers: Join the forefront of laser physics and nonlinear optics with a 3-year PhD position at CNRS-FEMTO-ST institute, France. Contribute to the development of advanced photonic crystal fibers for ultra-stable supercontinuum sources, pivotal for future ultrafast laser technologies.
PhD Candidate: Supercontinuum Generation for Next-Generation Tunable Ultrafast Lasers
Designation: PhD Candidate
Research Area: Physics » Optics
Location: CNRS-FEMTO-ST institute, Optics Department, France
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Education: Master’s degree or equivalent in physics, optics, lasers, or related fields.
- Skills: Proficiency in experimental optics, lasers, and fiber optics. Familiarity with theoretical physics and numerical modeling (Matlab or Python). Strong communication skills in English (French proficiency desirable).
- Experience: No prior research experience required; enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research is crucial.
Job Description:
- Conduct cutting-edge research in photonics, focusing on designing state-of-the-art ultra-stable supercontinuum sources.
- Develop polarization-maintaining all-normal dispersion optical fibers for supercontinuum generation (0.6 µm to 1.4 µm).
- Explore supercontinuum-seeded optical parametric sources through OPA (0.7 µm to 2 µm) and DFG (3 µm to 10 µm).
- Collaborate within the European Project VISUAL alongside industry and academic partners.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following documents to thibaut.sylvestre@univ-fcomte.fr:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including academic and professional background.
- Cover Letter highlighting motivation, relevant skills, and research interests.
- Copies of academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Contact details of two referees.
For more information, visit the project website here and refer to the review paper here.
Application Deadline: August 15, 2024 – 12:00 (Europe/Paris)
This position offers a full-time contract starting on October 1, 2024, and presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in photonics and laser technology.
