Postdoctoral Researcher, Silicon Photonics & Teaching

Cancer Research Institute Ghent (CRIG); Oost-Vlaanderen; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghent University invites applications for a Post-doctoral assistant in the Department of Information Technology. The position focuses on academic research 70% of the time and teaching activities at bachelor and master level.

You will mentor master students, support doctoral candidates, and contribute to silicon photonics research with peer-reviewed publications. The appointment starts 1 November 2026 with potential renewal based on performance.

Qualifications

• PhD in Photonics Engineering and started at appointment.
• Experience in Silicon Photonics research and related publications.
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Interest in coaching Bachelor’s, Master’s and Advanced Master’s students.

Responsibilities

• Spend ~70% of time on academic research.
• Assist in teaching at Bachelor’s or Master’s level.
• Counsel Master’s students in exercises, work placement and Master’s dissertations.
• Counsel doctoral students and supervise research progress.

Skills

Research experience

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Photonics Engineering

Job description

Ghent University invites applications for a Post-doctoral assistant in the Department of Information Technology. The position focuses on academic research 70% of the time and teaching activities at bachelor and master level.

You will mentor master students, support doctoral candidates, and contribute to silicon photonics research with peer-reviewed publications. The appointment starts 1 November 2026 with potential renewal based on performance.