DC 11: Demonstration of MEMS Space–Time Interfaces in the THz Regime

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e); Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) invites applications for a Doctoral Candidate position in the Department of Applied Physics in the Netherlands.

The thesis will develop high-speed MEMS-based space-time interfaces for THz wavefront control, including MEMS actuation, GHz spatiotemporal modulation, and nonreciprocal beam steering, with secondments at UNamur and TNO. Starting date: February 2027.

Responsibilities

• Develop MEMS design, fabrication and THz characterization.
• Secondments at UNamur and TNO for theoretical modelling and system-level work.

Job description

Doctoral Candidate position at the Department of Applied Physics, Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands

Objectives

• Develop high-speed MEMS arrays with subwavelength pixel pitch
• Design electrostatic and electrothermal actuation mechanisms for dynamic space-time modulation
• Demonstrate GHz-rate two-dimensional spatiotemporal beamforming

During the thesis, the candidate will develop core expertise in the design, fabrication, and characterization of high-speed MEMS-based space-time interfaces for THz wavefront control, including MEMS actuation, GHz spatiotemporal modulation, THz optical characterization, and nonreciprocal beam steering. This expertise will be further strengthened through secondments at UNamur (theoretical modelling of GHz space-time interfaces) and TNO (THz mode (de)multiplexing and system-level characterization).

Starting date: February 2027