Photonics Lab Technician — Optical Systems & Measurements

EURAXESS Czech Republic; Palma; Presencial; EUR 28.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Universitat de les Illes Balears is seeking an R1 Researcher to provide technical support for a state-of-the-art non-linear photonics laboratory. Responsibilities include maintaining optical components, assembling optical tables, and aligning optical systems.

The role requires basic programming and CAD/3D printing skills, plus strong laser safety knowledge. No prior experience is required; Master’s degree in a related field is expected.

Formación

• Master’s degree in Photonics, Optics, Electronics, Telecommunications, Physics, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with laser laboratories and photonics instrumentation.
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Octave or similar environments).
• CAD software and 3D printing experience.
• Basic electronics and laboratory instrumentation skills.
• Scientific data acquisition and instrument automation.
• Knowledge of laser safety procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical support for a state-of-the-art non-linear photonics laboratory.
• Clean, inspect and maintain optical components and assemble optical tables.
• Assist in aligning and optimising optical systems, cavities, interferometers and beam paths.
• Configure laboratory instrumentation for automated measurements and data acquisition.
• Maintain lab safety procedures and ensure laser safety compliance.

Conocimientos

Optical alignment

Free-space optics

Optical fibre handling

Fusion splicing

Python

MATLAB

CAD

3D printing

Electronics basics

Data acquisition

Laser safety

Educación

Master’s degree in Photonics/Optics/Electronics/Telecommunications/Physics or related field

Herramientas

CAD software

3D printing

Lab instrumentation

Python

MATLAB

Descripción del empleo

Universitat de les Illes Balears is seeking an R1 Researcher to provide technical support for a state-of-the-art non-linear photonics laboratory. Responsibilities include maintaining optical components, assembling optical tables, and aligning optical systems.

The role requires basic programming and CAD/3D printing skills, plus strong laser safety knowledge. No prior experience is required; Master’s degree in a related field is expected.