Publisher
source

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL)

Just Landed

Postdoctoral Position in Integrated Lithium Niobate Photonics and Terahertz Science EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne in Switzerland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

The position is a full-time, one-year renewable fixed-term postdoctoral contract. EPFL offers a competitive salary and coverage of conference costs. The post does not specify a salary amount or tuition-related funding.

Country flag

Country

Switzerland

University

Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL)

Apply for this position

Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Nanotechnology
Terahertz Technology
Metrology
High-frequency Electronics
Optical Metrology
Physics

Suggested positions

Publisher
source

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Country flag

Switzerland

Postdoc position in Integrated Lithium Niobate Photonics at EPFL, Switzerland. The Hybrid Photonics Laboratory at the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to work in the fast-growing area of integrated lithium niobate photonics. The project spans integrated photonics , electro-optic transduction , high-frequency electronics , quantum metrology , spectroscopy , and terahertz photonics , with applications in frequency conversion, metrology, sensin...

Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
+6 more

3 weeks ago

Publisher
source

Paul Scherrer Institut

Country flag

Switzerland

The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is advertising a PhD Student in ferroelectric field effect transistors within the Physical Properties of Materials Group in Switzerland. This project sits at the intersection of materials science , physics , chemistry , and electrical engineering , with a strong focus on functional perovskite oxide thin films, epitaxy, heterostructures, multilayers, device fabrication, and electrical characterization. The successful candidate will work in an international collab...

Computer Science
Chemistry
Electrical Engineering
+2 more

1 week ago

Publisher
source

Cristina Benea-Chelmus

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Country flag

Switzerland

EPFL’s Hybrid Photonics Laboratory (HYLAB) is advertising a postdoctoral opening in integrated thin-film lithium niobate photonics . The position is hosted by Cristina Benea-Chelmus , Tenure Track Assistant Professor at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland . This opportunity is aimed at candidates who want to work on cutting-edge photonics , especially in the area of integrated thin-film lithium niobate . The post highlights a strong preference for someone who enjoys ha...

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Photonic
+2 more

3 weeks ago

Publisher
source

Center for Theoretical Physics

Country flag

Poland

Postdoctoral Researcher in Structured sub-THz Light for 6G Communications The Center for Physical Sciences and Technology (FTMC) in Vilnius, Lithuania, is hiring a postdoctoral researcher for Topic 4 of the newly established Centre of Competence for Terahertz and Hybrid Semiconductor Chips, developed in collaboration with Vilnius University. The project focuses on theoretical and experimental research into structured sub-THz light for next-generation 6G communication systems. Research areas incl...

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Terahertz Technology
+2 more

Posted Yesterday

Publisher
source

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

Country flag

Switzerland

EPFL (École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne) is recruiting a Post-doc / Scientific collaborator in Bio- and Nano-Instrumentation within the EPFL Laboratory for Bio- and Nano-Instrumentation in Switzerland. The project focuses on developing advanced nanoscale measurement technologies for applications in nanoscience , materials science , and life science . The successful candidate will work on next-generation MEMS probes and instrumentation for cryogenic scanning probe microscopy (SPM) and quan...

Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
+3 more

1 month ago

About this position

EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is seeking a postdoctoral scientist for research in integrated lithium niobate photonics within its Hybrid Photonics Laboratory.

The successful candidate will develop hybrid photonic platforms for frequency conversion, metrology, spectroscopy, quantum applications, sensing, and millimeter-wave or terahertz photonics. Work may include optical measurement setup design, high-frequency electronics, mechanical components, scalable nanofabrication on electro-optic platforms, photonic-circuit simulations, and automated measurement procedures.

Key responsibilities include advancing low-loss nanofabrication protocols in the cleanroom, developing optical and terahertz electronic nanostructures, characterizing fabricated devices, writing publications and patents, presenting at conferences, contributing to grant applications, supervising junior researchers, and leading international collaborations.

Candidates should have strong nanofabrication skills or a strong interest in acquiring them, together with an interest in integrated photonics, high-frequency electronics, quantum metrology, or electro-optic transduction. Thin-film lithium niobate experience is desirable but not required. Skills in Python, Matlab, LabVIEW, Inventor, Illustrator, Tidy3D, CST Microwave Studio, or COMSOL are advantageous.

This is a 100% position with a one-year renewable contract, starting 1 January 2027. EPFL offers a competitive salary, conference-cost coverage, advanced cleanroom and research infrastructure, and an international scientific environment. The position remains open until filled. Applications should be submitted online with a cover letter, CV and publication list, research statement, and details for three referees.

Funding details

The position is a full-time, one-year renewable fixed-term postdoctoral contract. EPFL offers a competitive salary and coverage of conference costs. The post does not specify a salary amount or tuition-related funding.

What's required

Applicants should have a strong interest in integrated photonics, high-frequency electronics, quantum metrology, and/or electro-optic transduction. Strong nanofabrication skills are required; prior experience with thin-film lithium niobate is desirable but not mandatory. Experience in integrated photonics, high-frequency electronics, quantum metrology, or electro-optic transduction is desired. Strong simulation skills using tools such as Python, Matlab, LabVIEW, Inventor, Illustrator, Tidy3D, CST Microwave Studio, and COMSOL, along with analytical skills for modelling photonic systems, are expected. A hands-on attitude, willingness to learn, ability to collaborate internationally, and interest in supervising younger scientists are important. Applications must include a cover letter, CV with publication list, research statement, and contact details for three referees.

How to apply

Apply through the EPFL online application platform using the Apply now link. Submit a brief cover letter of up to two pages and one PDF containing your CV with publication list, research statement of up to three pages, and contact details for three referees. The position remains open until filled.

ApplyKite TwinLearns as you apply

Make your next move.

Prepare your application

Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.