Research Associate: Complex Photonics & Beam Steering

Heriot-Watt University; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University is seeking a Research Associate in Complex Photonics to contribute to developing non-mechanical beam steering technologies and 3D waveguide circuits using ultrafast laser microfabrication. The position is a fixed-term 12-month, full-time appointment at Grade 7.

You will perform experimental work, analyse data, prepare publications, and collaborate with university and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Hold a PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering or a related subject.
• Publication record appropriate to career stage.
• Experience with guided wave optics applied to research.
• Strong experimental and data analysis competence.
• Ability to present research work in reports, papers and talks.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Write research reports and publications; analyse and interpret results.
• Be a creative, highly motivated researcher and team player.
• Maintain good communication and a strong publication record; work with guided wave optics and photonic instruments.
• Conduct general scientific research; data analysis and interpretation; prepare papers; present at conferences.
• Assist in day-to-day maintenance of facilities; liaise with companies and external collaborators.

Skills

Guided wave optics

Photonic instruments

Research reporting

Publication record

Teamwork

Oral presentation

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Ultrafast laser microfabrication

Job description

Heriot-Watt University is seeking a Research Associate in Complex Photonics to contribute to developing non-mechanical beam steering technologies and 3D waveguide circuits using ultrafast laser microfabrication. The position is a fixed-term 12-month, full-time appointment at Grade 7.

You will perform experimental work, analyse data, prepare publications, and collaborate with university and industry partners.