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Calum Williams

1 year ago

Optical Metamaterials University of Exeter in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Materials Science

Funding

This is a fully funded PhD position. Funding covers tuition fees and provides a stipend (amount not specified).

Deadline

Expired

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United Kingdom

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University of Exeter

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Keywords

Materials Science
Spectroscopy
3d Printing
Sensor Technology
Nanoscience
Ultrafast Optics
Photonic
Computational Electromagnetics
Telecommunication
Metamaterial
Physics

About this position

Excellent opportunity for a fully funded PhD to work with Calum Williams at the University of Exeter in Optical Metamaterials
To apply, Please use the links in the post below

++ Fully-funded PhD opportunity (University of Exeter) in optical metamaterials utilising micro-and- nanoscale 3D printing.

Maciej Dabrowski and I are looking for a motivated individual with a strong background in physics, optical engineering, or nanotechnology and a passion for cutting-edge experimental science.

Topic: In this PhD, we will develop 3D-printed optical metamaterials to control ultrafast laser pulses on femtosecond timescales. Combining nanofabrication (two-photon polymerisation lithography), electromagnetic simulation, and pump–probe laser measurements, the project will explore how 3D geometry, and different materials platforms, enable light manipulation for next-generation ultrafast applications in spectroscopy, sensing, and telecomms.

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Application closes: midnight 14th October 2025
Start Date: Jan 2026

Please get in touch:
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Funding details

This is a fully funded PhD position. Funding covers tuition fees and provides a stipend (amount not specified).

What's required

Applicants should have a strong background in physics, optical engineering, or nanotechnology, and a passion for experimental science. Experience with nanofabrication, electromagnetic simulation, or ultrafast laser measurements is desirable. A relevant undergraduate or master's degree is required. No specific GPA or language test requirements are mentioned.

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Condensed Matter Physics

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Optical Engineering

Photonic

Materials Science