Assistent professor in Integrated Photonics
Do you want to make a lasting impact in photonics research and education? As an Assistant Professor at NLNP, you will develop innovative photonic technologies, lead exciting research initiatives, and work closely with talented students and researchers in a highly collaborative environment. Your discoveries could help drive the next generation of communication, sensing, and quantum technologies.
You are expected to establish a strong research programme in one or more of NLNP's strategic areas, including integrated microwave photonics, integrated optical quantum technologies, optical communications, or optical clocks.
A central research theme within NLNP is the development of advanced photonic integrated circuits that enable the generation, processing, distribution, and measurement of optical, RF, and microwave signals. Research leverages both linear and nonlinear optical effects to create highly functional, low-loss, and reconfigurable photonic systems with capabilities such as:
- RF photonic filtering and signal processing;
- True-time delay generation and phase control;
- Optical pulse shaping and frequency synthesis;
- Integrated optical communication subsystems;
- Programmable photonic signal-processing architectures.
You will contribute to the further development of cutting-edge integrated photonic technologies, combining expertise in photonic integration, nonlinear optics, nanofabrication, and system-level design to address fundamental scientific challenges and enable future communication, sensing, timing, and quantum systems. In this role, you will contribute to the ambition of the Dutch national Beethoven program to attract and educate top talent in the field of photonics and semiconductor.
As an Assistant Professor, you will actively contribute to education and talent development within the Faculty of Science and Technology by:
- Teaching courses in photonics, optics, physics, nanotechnology, and related engineering disciplines;
- Develop an internationally recognized research program on integrated photonics, with a particular focus on nonlinear and optomechanical interactions of light with mattert;
- Supervising Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD students, as well as postdoctoral researchers;
- Mentoring early-career researchers and fostering a collaborative and inclusive research environment;
- Acquire research funding from national and European programs (e.g., NWO, Horizon Europe, ERC).
Beyond teaching and supervision, you will demonstrate academic leadership through the development of new research initiatives, the establishment of national and international collaborations, the acquisition of external funding, and active contributions to the strategic development of the NLNP group and the broader photonics community.
In line with the University of Twente's entrepreneurial spirit, you actively seek opportunities to translate scientific discoveries into societal and economic impact. Your research activities are expected to contribute to technological innovation in fields such as:
- Wireless communication networks (5G/6G and beyond);
- Optical communication systems;
- Quantum technologies;
- Precision timing and optical clock systems;
- Radar, sensing, and space applications;
- Spectrum management and advanced signal processing.
You will engage with academic, industrial, and societal partners to promote knowledge transfer, innovation, and the development of technologies that address real-world challenges. Through your research, teaching, and leadership, you will help strengthen NLNP's position as a leading centre for photonics research and education while contributing to solutions for the communication, sensing, timing, and quantum technologies of the future.
Information and application
Are you interested in this position? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before 16 November, and include:
- Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
- Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of two references.
- Description of your scientific achievements and research plan for the coming five years (max 2 pages).
- Statement of your relevant teaching experience and goals for the coming five years (max 2 pages).
Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.
Screening will be part of the selection procedure.
The first rounds of interviews will take place end in the week of 30 November.
If you would like more information about this job opening, please contact: Prof. David Marpaung, david.marpaung@utwente.nl
About the organisation
The Faculty of Science & Technology (Technische Natuurwetenschappen, TNW) engages some 700 staff members and 2000 students in education and research on the cutting edge of chemical technology, applied physics and biomedical technology. Our fields of application include sustainable energy, process technology and materials science, nanotechnology and technical medicine. As part of a people-first tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally and is strengthened by the many young researchers working on innovative projects with as doctoral candidates and post-docs. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.
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