Postdoc: Silicon Photonics for AI-Accelerated Computing

University of Southern California; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a post-doctoral researcher in Silicon Photonics. The role involves designing and testing advanced computing devices, working with top-tier fabrication partners. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields and experience in integrated photonics. This position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 along with opportunities for collaboration and innovative research in the field of AI-driven hardware acceleration.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field completed within the previous three years.
• Experience in PIC design, layout, and tapeout.
• Hands-on experience with testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead PIC design and simulation.
• Contribute to novel photonic computing architectures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Integrated Photonics

Photonic design and simulation tools

Device fabrication

Characterization testing

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Photonics or related field

Tools

Lumerical

IPKISS

Ansys

KLayout

Job description

A leading educational institution in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a post-doctoral researcher in Silicon Photonics. The role involves designing and testing advanced computing devices, working with top-tier fabrication partners. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields and experience in integrated photonics. This position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 along with opportunities for collaboration and innovative research in the field of AI-driven hardware acceleration.