Research Engineer – Optical forces on metasurfaces (SRTT-Q.InC)

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is seeking a research engineer to develop new optomechanical systems. You'll engage in hands-on lab work, setting up optical systems and maintaining vacuum systems. Candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's in Physics, Optics, or Engineering are encouraged to apply. Experience in optics, lasers, or programming is an advantage. Training will be provided for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Engineering or similar fields.
• Experience with optics & lasers, vacuum systems, or electronics is a plus.
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python, Mathematica, or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Set up and align optical systems.
• Assemble and maintain vacuum systems.
• Assist with electronics work and data acquisition.
• Run experiments to characterize mechanical motion and optical interactions.

Skills

Optics & lasers

Vacuum systems

Electronics

Programming (Python, Mathematica, MATLAB)

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Physics, Optics, Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Overview

We are developing a new class of optomechanical systems which use metasurfaces for optical control of mechanical motion. These systems would be powerful tools for sensing, fundamental physics, and quantum technologies. We are seeking a research engineer to help build the experimental system. This role involves hands on lab work such as:

Responsibilities

• Set up and align optical systems.
• Assemble and maintain vacuum systems.
• Assist with electronics work and data acquisition.
• Run and maintain experiments to characterise mechanical motion and optical interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Physics, Optics, Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience in any of the following is a plus (but not mandatory): Optics & lasers, Vacuum systems and/or Electronics.
• Programming (such as Python, Mathematica, or MATLAB).
• We will provide training and supervision, so candidates do not need to have prior experience.

About us

The Quantum Sensing and Metrology pillar works at the interface of optics, quantum sensing, and fundamental physics. We are based at the Quantum Innovation Centre (Q.InC), A*STAR, and collaborate closely with researchers across Singapore and internationally.

https://www.a-star.edu.sg/qinc/research/quantum-sensing---metrology

Eligibility

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.