Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Electromagnetic Engineering (Fixed Term, Part Time)

Opportunita; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Sussex invites applications for a part-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Electromagnetic Engineering based in Brighton. You will lead design and computational work on graphene-based programmable holographic metasurface devices for nanoscale magnetic field beamforming and beam-steering.

Collaboration with Cambridge and EPSRC support shape the project. The role requires a PhD or equivalent in engineering or physics, with programming in Python or MATLAB and experience in

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in engineering/physics or related field.
• Strong knowledge of electromagnetic theory and metasurfaces.
• Experience with computational EM modelling and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake design and computational work on graphene-based metasurface devices.
• Perform electromagnetic modelling using CST/COMSOL/HFSS and analyze results.
• Collaborate with Sussex and Cambridge teams on publications and knowledge exchange.

Skills

EM theory

Python

MATLAB

Scientific programming

Education

PhD or equivalent

Tools

CST

COMSOL

HFSS

Job description

# Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Electromagnetic Engineering (Fixed Term, Part Time)University of Sussex Brighton, United KingdomSalary: **GBP 39,560 - 46,970 per year**Application Deadline: **November 3, 2026**Employment type: **Part time**Position Type: **PostDoc**Date Posted: **October 31, 2026**Department: **School of Engineering and Informatics**Contact Email: **[e-mail]**Explicify summary## Offer SummaryThe University of Sussex seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Electromagnetic Engineering for a fixed-term, part-time position based in Brighton. The role involves design and computational work on graphene-based programmable holographic metasurface devices for magnetic field beamforming at the nanoscale. This project is funded by the UK Metamaterials Networks and supported by the EPSRC, involving collaboration between the University of Sussex and Cambridge. Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent experience in engineering, physics, or related fields, with essential skills in electromagnetic modelling using CST, COMSOL, or HFSS, and scientific programming in Python or MATLAB. Desirable expertise includes graphene plasmonics and terahertz devices. The salary ranges from £39,560 to £46,970 per annum. Visa sponsorship is not available due to the part-time nature of the role.Generated from stored offer content. Always confirm details in the official posting.## Project Description### About the roleYou will undertake design and computational work on the project “Graphene-Based Programmable Holographic Metasurface Devices for Magnetic Field Beamforming and Beam-Steering at the Nanoscale. The project is funded by a pump-prime grant from the UK Metamaterials Networks, supported by the EPSRC and is a collaboration between the 6G Lab at the University of Sussex and the Graphene Centre at the University of Cambridge.The project is led by Prof. Maziar Nekovee at the University of Sussex.### About youThe successful candidate will hold a PhD, or equivalent research experience, in engineering, physics, electromagnetics, materials science or a related discipline, with strong knowledge of electromagnetic theory, metasurfaces, graphene or related areas. Essential experience includes computational electromagnetic modelling and design using CST, COMSOL, HFSS or equivalent, analysis and design of resonant structures and electromagnetic fields, and scientific programming using Python, MATLAB or similar. Candidates should also be able to interpret experimental data, validate and refine models, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.Desirable experience includes graphene plasmonics, terahertz devices, split-ring resonators, programmable metasurfaces, holographic beamforming or phased arrays, together with an emerging record of high-quality publications and research or knowledge-exchange activity.### About our SchoolIn the School of Engineering and Informatics we cover the disciplines of computer, electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical, and automotive engineering, product design, digital media, computer science and informatics. Our distinctive characteristics are: creativity, interdisciplinarity, strong links with industries, and an international outlook in both research and teaching. £10m (£4.9m from HEFCE) has been invested in the Future Technologies Laboratory as a result of a 60% surge in applications for the School’s degrees.Our interdisciplinary approach applies to our research, with current and recent externally funded projects with researchers in a wide range of other subject areas. Innovative research across the School has led to a number of patents which are being commercialised including: novel electric potential sensors (EPS) licensed to Plessey Semiconductors and marketed as the EPIC sensor chip; and University spin-out companies, including InCrowd Sports, and TexRAD.Please find further information regarding the School of Engineering and Informatics.The School of Engineering and Informatics is proud to hold a Bronze Athena Swann Award.### Why work hereOur university is situated off the A27, next to the beautiful South Downs where you will enjoy everything that our 150-acre campus has to offer. We are accessible by public transport; Falmer train station is a five-minute walk to campus and several bus stops are located within campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and encourage our staff to use these with our offering of a cycle to work scheme.Sussex is a renowned, multi-accredited, research-led International University and this is only possible because of the people that work here. Whether you are a member of Faculty, part of a Professional Services team or a Student, it’s our people that make us great and we want you to be part of that.Find out more about our reward and benefits package.Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion.### Further Key InformationPlease contact Maziar Nekovee ([e-mail]) for informal enquiries.The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.### EligibilityVisa Sponsorship Queries: This role has been assigned an eligible SOC code, however, the role does not meet the eligibility for sponsorship due to its part-time nature. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship.The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK.---### Academic ContactSchool of Engineering and Informatics [e-mail]31/10/2026Last UpdateUniversity of Sussexjobs.sussex.ac.uk## Apply for this positionThis application must be completed through the official university portal.Apply on official website