Research Fellow, III-V Epitaxy for Silicon Photonics

Cyber Security Academy Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

The University of Southampton’s Optoelectronics Research Centre invites applications for a Research Fellow in III-V epitaxy for optoelectronics. You will lead the growth and optimisation of III-V materials and their integration on silicon, working with multi‑institution partners.

Experience with MOVPE/MBE, strong publication record, and excellent communication are essential to contribute to quantum-enabled photonic technologies and to extend the existing silicon photonics capabilities.

Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in Electronic Engineering, Photonics, Physics or related discipline.
• Hands-on epitaxial growth of III-V semiconductors using MOVPE or MBE.
• Experience in semiconductor device fabrication, cleanroom processing, and characterisation.
• Strong publication record and ability to collaborate across institutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth and optimisation of III-V materials for optoelectronics.
• Characterise materials and devices using optical, electrical and structural methods.
• Contribute to device fabrication and integration with silicon photonics facilities.
• Collaborate with external epitaxy facilities and project partners; travel as needed.

Skills

Epitaxy expertise

Publication track record

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Electronic Engineering, Photonics, Physics

Tools

MOVPE

MBE

Job description

The University of Southampton’s Optoelectronics Research Centre invites applications for a Research Fellow in III-V epitaxy for optoelectronics. You will lead the growth and optimisation of III-V materials and their integration on silicon, working with multi‑institution partners.

Experience with MOVPE/MBE, strong publication record, and excellent communication are essential to contribute to quantum-enabled photonic technologies and to extend the existing silicon photonics capabilities.