PhD in Single‑Molecule Nanophotonics & MIR Upconversion

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Birmingham seeks a PhD student to explore nanophotonics and plasmonics, using metallic nanocavities and metasurfaces to confine light and enhance light-matter interaction. The project aims to detect MIR signatures of single molecules at room temperature via molecular upconversion, within a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship framework.

The candidate should have an undergraduate degree in Physics, Materials Science or related physical science, with strong analytical and experimental

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Physics, Materials Science or related physical science.
• Strong analytical and experimental skills are desirable.
• Interest in nanophotonics, plasmonics and spectroscopy.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop optical microscopy and spectroscopy setups from visible to mid-infrared.
• Investigate confinement of MIR and visible light in nanometre-scale gaps.
• Fabricate and self-assemble plasmonic nanocavities and explore tailored nanostructures.
• Collaborate with an international research group and supervisor to define project scope.

Skills

Analytical skills

Experimental skills

Team collaboration

Literature analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree in Physics, Materials Science or related physical science

Job description

The University of Birmingham seeks a PhD student to explore nanophotonics and plasmonics, using metallic nanocavities and metasurfaces to confine light and enhance light-matter interaction. The project aims to detect MIR signatures of single molecules at room temperature via molecular upconversion, within a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship framework.

The candidate should have an undergraduate degree in Physics, Materials Science or related physical science, with strong analytical and experimental