Optics & Photonics Postdoc - Shape Tomorrow’s Technologies

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,300 - 155,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Education assistance program

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

A leading applied research laboratory in Maryland is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in optics and photonics. The role involves supporting innovative technology developments, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to publications. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong communication and mentoring skills. The position requires on-site work and the ability to obtain security clearance. This opportunity provides a vibrant work culture and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Have a PhD in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Are an expert in Remote Sensing, Microwave and Millimeter Wave Photonics, Optical Communications, etc.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Have experience teaching and mentoring others within your field.
• Willing and able to work on site and travel occasionally.
• Able to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support projects as a technical contributor and thought leader.
• Serve as a resource and mentor in your area of expertise.
• Develop expertise in new areas for technology programs.
• Produce formal and informal technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Optics expertise

Photonics experience

Communication skills

Teaching and mentoring

Education

PhD in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading applied research laboratory in Maryland is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in optics and photonics. The role involves supporting innovative technology developments, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to publications. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong communication and mentoring skills. The position requires on-site work and the ability to obtain security clearance. This opportunity provides a vibrant work culture and generous benefits.