Research Fellow (Optical Engineering and/or Display System)

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY is seeking a Research Fellow to work at the NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory. The role involves designing and fabricating optical Nano devices for various advanced applications, including AR/VR. Candidates with a PhD in Optical Engineering are encouraged, including entry-level applicants with relevant backgrounds.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in Optical Engineering or Display System required.
• Experience in optical lens design (e.g. Metalens) and Nanodevice fabrication expected.
• Entry level candidates welcome with relevant background.

Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate optical Nano devices for AR/VR and LiDAR applications.
• Explore innovative technologies and feasibility of adaptations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Innovation

Education

PhD in Optical Engineering or related areas

Tools

Lumerical

Comsol

Zemax

Job description

NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory is a collaboration between Nanofilm Technologies International Limited (“Nanofilm”, “NTI”), Nanyang Technological University (“NTU”) and supported by Singapore under RIE2025. The Laboratory’s objective is to propel Innovation and Technologies commercialisation through NTU’s innovation and NTI’s deep technology. NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory aligns with Singapore’s RIE2025 handbook – which emphasises the nation’s commitment to research and innovation, aiming to drive economic growth and address national challenges.

The Nanyang Technological University NTI-NTU Corporate Laboratory is seeking to hire a Research Fellow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for optical Nano device and system design and fabrication for AR/VR, Near-Eye Display, Camera, and LiDAR etc. applications.

Job Requirements:

• A PhD degree in the areas of Optical Engineering and/or Display System.
• Good experience on optical lens and system (e.g. Metalens) design, and Nanodevice fabrications (e.g. EBL, Nanoimprinting, two-photon polymerization).
• Knowledge and/or experience in using simulation tools such as Lumerical, Comsol, Zemax, Code etc.
• Drive innovation in related fields and explore feasibility to adapt other technologies with optics.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and also in a team environment.
• Experience in product prototyping is a plus.
• Entry level candidates with relevant background are also welcomed.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.