Empa Material Science and Technology offers Postdoctoral Fellowship in the field of physics in Switzerland – 2011

Study Subject(s):Tuneable Diode Laser Spectroscopy for Industrial Applications
Course Level:Postdoctoral
Scholarship Provider: Empa Material Science and Technology
Scholarship can be taken at: Switzerland

Eligibility:We are looking for a highly motivated scientist, preferably with a PhD in physics or a related discipline, and a thorough background in optics, electronics and laser spectroscopy, as well as a strong interest in instrumental development.

Scholarship Open for International Students: No

Scholarship Description: Together with our team at Empa, the ETH spin-off Phocone and a Swiss SME you will develop an optical setup for high-speed detection of organic vapours. Your work will leverage on recently developed VECSELs based on IV-VI narrow-gap semiconductors and on the long experience in mechanics, electronics and optics of the involved partners. This is a 1-year position with options to be extended. As a successful candidate you have the ability to rapidly design and evaluate optical concepts, test these in a laboratory setup and provide the knowledge to implement your ideas in a harsh industrial environment.

How to Apply: Online

Scholarship Application Deadline: before June 25, 2011

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