Photonics Lab Technician: Optics & Instrumentation Support

Euraxess; Palma; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Universitat de les Illes Balears seeks a First Stage Researcher to provide technical support for a state-of-the-art non-linear photonics lab. The role includes maintaining optical components, aligning free-space optical paths and fibre-based setups, and supporting data acquisition and instrumentation.

Master’s degree in Photonics/Optics/Physics is required or closely related; basic programming (Python/MATLAB) and CAD/3D printing skills are desirable.

Formación

• Master's degree or higher in a related field (Photonics/Optics/Physics).
• Experience with optical lab equipment is valuable but not required.
• Solid understanding of laser safety and optical measurement principles.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical support for a state‑of‑the‑art non‑linear photonics laboratory.
• Maintain and calibrate optical components and measurement systems.
• Assemble and align optical setups, including free‑space paths and fibre interfaces.
• Develop and run automated measurements and data acquisitions.
• Assist in lab equipment maintenance, inventory management and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with researchers on experiments and data analysis.

Conocimientos

Optical alignment

Free-space optics

Optical fibre handling

Fusion splicing

Python

MATLAB

CAD software

3D printing

Electronic measurements

Data acquisition

Laser safety procedures

Educación

Master’s Degree in Photonics/Optics/Physics

Herramientas

CAD software

3D printing

Oscilloscope

Power meters

Descripción del empleo

Universitat de les Illes Balears seeks a First Stage Researcher to provide technical support for a state-of-the-art non-linear photonics lab. The role includes maintaining optical components, aligning free-space optical paths and fibre-based setups, and supporting data acquisition and instrumentation.

Master’s degree in Photonics/Optics/Physics is required or closely related; basic programming (Python/MATLAB) and CAD/3D printing skills are desirable.