Postdoctoral Researcher – Thermal Sensors: ICFO is seeking a well-qualified, highly motivated, and dynamic young scientist to join the Functional Optoelectronic Nanomaterials group led by Prof. Dr. Gerasimos Konstantatos. This group is developing groundbreaking CMOS-compatible thermal sensor and microbolometer technology, aimed at revolutionizing thermal imaging for automotive, safety, and surveillance applications.
Postdoctoral Researcher – CMOS-Compatible Thermal Sensors and Microbolometer Technology
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area:
Thermal Sensors, Microbolometer Technology, Functional Optoelectronic Nanomaterials
Location:
ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences, Castelldefels, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or show evidence of near completion) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field by the time of contract initiation. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in:
- Fabrication, characterization, and modeling of thermal detectors, particularly microbolometers
- Thermal, thermoelectric, and electronic simulations using TCAD software
- Cleanroom microfabrication of thermal sensing structures
- Optoelectronic characterization (electronic transport, responsivity, noise, response speed)
- Knowledge of read-out circuitry schemes for bolometers and photonic structure design in the LWIR for thermal sensing is a plus
Job Description:
The successful candidate will:
- Work on developing advanced thermal sensor and microbolometer technology for various high-impact applications
- Conduct hands-on fabrication, modeling, and characterization of thermal detectors
- Collaborate on the development of new electronic and optical modeling techniques for thermal imaging systems
- Engage in cutting-edge research aimed at advancing CMOS-compatible thermal sensing technologies
How to Apply:
Applicants are required to submit:
- A presentation letter with a declaration of interest
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae, including contact details
- Contact information for two referees
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled. Candidates should send inquiries to jobs@icfo.eu and may also contact gerasimos.konstantatos@icfo.eu for scientific queries.
Last Date to Apply:
Open until the position is filled.
For more details about the research group, visit ICFO Group Research, and for general information about ICFO, visit ICFO Main Page.
