Postdoc in Integrated Solid-State Photonics
Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden, invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Integrated Solid-State Photonics. This opportunity is embedded within the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience, renowned for advancing quantum technology, nanoscience, photonics, and future electronic systems. The Division of Photonics offers a vibrant, international research environment with direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities and expertise in optoelectronic devices, ultrafast optics, and fiber optical communication.
The Integrated Solid-State Photonics Lab, a newly established group within the Division, focuses on developing next-generation photonic integrated circuit (PIC) technologies using active solid-state materials, particularly rare-earth-doped materials. The research aims to realize high-performance classical and quantum light sources, enabling new photonic functionalities across a broad spectral range from UV to mid-infrared. Applications span classical optical systems, quantum technologies, optical metrology, sensing, and data communication.
Your postdoctoral research will be part of the Meta-PIX Excellence Center, funded by the Swedish Research Council, dedicated to integrated meta-photonics with applications ranging from high-capacity optical interconnects to quantum simulations. The long-term goal is to develop rare-earth-doped PIC technology for compact, high-performance, and scalable laser systems suitable for atomic clocks, optical metrology, sensing, and quantum technologies. Research activities include photonic integration of high optical quality rare-earth materials, nanofabrication, device-level design and characterization, and studying light-matter integration in nanophotonic systems.
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will lead and conduct research in collaboration with others, develop and expand your scientific expertise, work independently and as part of a team, and contribute new research ideas to advance integrated photonics. You will supervise master’s and/or PhD students and may engage in teaching at the undergraduate or master’s level. The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.
Chalmers offers a collaborative and inclusive research environment supporting scientific independence, critical thinking, and teamwork. Employee benefits include salary, healthcare, generous parental leave, subsidized day care, and free schools. The university is committed to gender balance, equality, and inclusion, with initiatives such as the GENIE project. Swedish language courses are available for non-native speakers.
Applicants must hold a doctoral degree or equivalent foreign degree by the time of employment decision. Demonstrated research experience and ability are required. Preferred qualifications include expertise in photonics, optics, nanotechnology, or experimental solid-state physics, experience in building optical set-ups, photonic device design and characterization, and familiarity with software tools such as Lumerical or COMSOL. Teaching experience and potential within research and education are expected. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date.
The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years, with the possibility of a one-year extension. Physical presence is required throughout the employment. Applications must be submitted in English as PDF files via the provided application link. Incomplete applications and those sent by email will not be considered. References will be requested after the interview. The application deadline is May 31, 2026.
For questions, contact Assistant Professor Lam Tran at [email protected].
