The Lehr- und Forschungsgebiet Integrated Photonics is currently focusing its activities on optical telecommunications and ultra high bandwidth optical data transfer systems (Datacom) realized in Silicon Photonics.
Silicon Photonics allows the realization of highly integrated optical systems in Silicon, leveraging existing semiconductor fabrication technology to achieve extreme levels of integration as well as low-cost, high volume manufacturability. Applications range from next generation optical transceivers (electrical-to-optical and optical-to-electrical data converters) in fiber-to-the-home and datacenter networks, as well as in emerging fields such as optical chip-to-chip interconnects within next generation supercomputers.
We are currently hiring at the Master Thesis, Doctorate, and Postdoc / Staff Scientist levels. Unsolicited applications are welcome. We are also specifically looking to fill the following three positions:
A senior scientist (Postdoc or Staff Scientist depending on the experience level) with a strong background in analog circuit design and prior experience with optical systems. Expertise with optical device design would be a plus, but is not required. This individual would lead circuit design activities (in house or with collaboration partners) as well as several system integration activities within the group. The capability to lead activities, a very high level of motivation and internationally competitive technical skills are expected.
A PhD position focusing on the design and characterization of Silicon Photonics devices and systems. Activities will focus on the design of optical and opto-electronic components with optical simulation software, radio-frequency simulations (HFSS), and solid-state semiconductor device simulations (Synopsis TCAD), as well as the generation of device layouts and the characterization of devices after fabrication. Primary focus will be on the realization of high bandwidth (15 GHz and above) photodetectors and modulators, as well as light generation via nonlinear processes in integrated resonators. A Master’s / Diploma from a top tier University with relevant coursework and excellent grades is expected.
A master thesis focusing on the realization of an automated test station for Silicon Photonics devices. Some experience with automation (Labview, C++ or C#) and optical devices is an important plus. The student will be involved in the subsequent characterization of optical devices and is expected to acquire a thorough understanding of opto-electric devices. The student will also benefit from close mentorship by experienced scientific staff and will have the opportunity to grow into other aspects of photonic device and system development.
Interested candidates should contact Prof. Jeremy Witzens at jwitzens@iph.rwth-aachen.de. For scheduling an on-site informative session, please contact Mrs. Dorothee Pawelzick at jdpawelzick@iph.rwth-aachen.de.
