PhD Position in Photonic Integration and Flexible Chi(2) Photonic Systems CNRS and FEMTO-ST Institute in France

PhD position in photonic integration at CNRS and the FEMTO-ST Institute in Besançon, France, supervised/announced by Nadège Courjal (Professeur, Université Marie et Louis Pasteur).

The project focuses on flexible chi(2) photonic systems with a particular emphasis on lithium niobate platforms. Research topics include the design and implementation of broadband frequency converters and the development of novel photonic building blocks for applications in artificial intelligence, biomedical diagnosis, free-space telecommunications, and quantum systems.

The thesis will leverage the resources of the MIMENTO technology center and aims to establish new generic integration technologies, bridging standard waveguide technologies with advanced fabrication methods such as ion slicing, thermal poling, and optical-grade dicing.

Eligibility: applicants should hold a master’s degree in photonics, physics, or optical engineering, and show a strong interest in experimental research and technological innovation.

Start date: October 1, 2026. Application deadline: May 20, 2026. To apply, send a CV and cover letter to [email protected].