PhD Candidate in Nanooptics | PhD candidate in the Research Department Nanooptics (m/f/d)

Job Summary

This is an exceptional opportunity for a PhD candidate to join the International Research Training Group (IRTG) META-ACTIVE at the Leibniz Institute of Photonics Technology (Leibniz IPHT) in Jena. The role, focused on subproject C1, involves cutting-edge research in nanooptics, specifically developing wafer-scale photo-switchable dielectric metasurfaces for chiral light manipulation and directional wave guiding. Key responsibilities include numerical simulations, nanofabrication, and optical characterization, culminating in conference presentations and journal publications. The position is part-time (max. 75%) and offers a unique dual PhD degree from the Australian National University (ANU) and Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena (FSU), requiring a mandatory one-year exchange stay in Canberra, Australia. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field and possess hands-on experience in electromagnetic simulations, nanofabrication, or advanced spectroscopy/microscopy.