Experimental Optics Scientist: Laser Arrays & Dynamics

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Flexible work environment

Job summary

The University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure earning scientist track position in the College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL). Located on the Orlando campus, this role supports advanced research in external-cavity coupling, phase locking, and laser array dynamics.

The successful candidate will work with the Semiconductor Diode Laser Group to develop experimental platforms, align and optimize systems, and contribute to high-impact publications. A Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Optics/Photonics, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong hands-on experience with free-space optical systems, including optical alignment, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of Gaussian beam propagation, diffraction, focusing, imaging, and optical beam characterization.
• Experience with semiconductor lasers, laser sources, and associated optical components.
• Demonstrated ability to independently align, characterize, and optimize complex free-space optical steps involving lenses, mirrors, beam splitters, spatial filters, detectors, and related instrumentation.

Skills

Hands-on optics

Gaussian beam propagation

Free-space optics

Laser alignment

Experimental optics

Beam propagation modeling

Education

Ph.D. in Optics/Photonics or related field

Job description

The University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 12-month, non-tenure earning scientist track position in the College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL). Located on the Orlando campus, this role supports advanced research in external-cavity coupling, phase locking, and laser array dynamics.

The successful candidate will work with the Semiconductor Diode Laser Group to develop experimental platforms, align and optimize systems, and contribute to high-impact publications. A Ph.D.