Centre National pour la Recherche Scientifique et Technique
Just Landed
2 days ago
Postdoctoral Position in Advanced Photonics and Fiber-Optic Sensing Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique in France
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
The position is funded by European and national research projects, including Horizon Europe and the SENSEI project. It is a full-time temporary postdoctoral contract initially for 24 months, with possible renewal subject to project funding.
Deadline
Sep 19, 2026
Country
France
University
Centre National pour la Recherche Scientifique et Technique
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.
Apply for this position
Keywords
Suggested positions
About this position
CNRS is advertising a postdoctoral position in advanced photonics and fiber-optic sensing at Laboratoire Temps Espace in Paris 14, France. The project focuses on developing new sensing functionalities using the ultra-stable laser stations of the REFIMEVE infrastructure and on creating innovative measurement and distributed sensing applications over optical fibers.
The research is strongly experimental and multidisciplinary, combining photonic systems, optical communications, signal processing, electronics, FPGA technologies, and instrumentation. The postdoctoral researcher will work on phase manipulation of ultra-stable lasers, coherent modulation and demodulation, digital modulation schemes such as BPSK and QPSK, and the development of signal-processing methods for photonic measurements and distributed fiber-optic sensing demonstrators.
The role includes close collaboration with engineers and researchers working on low-noise electronics, digital acquisition, and FPGA-based systems, as well as interactions with French and European academic and industrial partners through the SENSEI project. The position also offers opportunities to contribute to scientific dissemination, publications, project reports, internships, and supervision of PhD students and early-career researchers.
Eligibility highlights: PhD or equivalent in photonics, optics, telecommunications, signal processing, or a related field; strong experimental background with lasers and modulators; strong signal-processing skills; and good English communication skills. French is an advantage.
Funding and contract: The post is funded by European and national research projects. It is a full-time temporary contract for 24 months, with possible renewal depending on project funding.
Deadline: 19 September 2026, 23:59 UTC.
How to apply: Submit an application through the official CNRS job portal. The listing also points to the Euraxess page for direct access to the vacancy details.
Funding details
The position is funded by European and national research projects, including Horizon Europe and the SENSEI project. It is a full-time temporary postdoctoral contract initially for 24 months, with possible renewal subject to project funding.
What's required
PhD or equivalent in photonics, optics, telecommunications, signal processing, or a related scientific or engineering field. Strong knowledge of photonics and optical communication systems is required, along with experimental experience using lasers, electro-optic or acousto-optic modulators. Candidates should know coherent modulation/demodulation, digital modulation schemes such as BPSK and QPSK, and have strong signal-processing skills. Experience characterizing photonic systems and with laser frequency/phase locking is highly desirable. Knowledge of electronics, FPGA technologies, or digital acquisition systems is an advantage. Excellent written and oral English is required; French is an advantage.
How to apply
Apply through the CNRS job portal or the Euraxess listing. Use the official application page and submit before the deadline. Review the full job details on the CNRS website for any required documents.
More information can be found here
Ask ApplyKite AI
How do I apply for this?
Sign in for free to reveal details, requirements, and source links.