KTH in Stockholm is the largest and oldest technical university in Sweden. No less than one-third of Sweden’s technical research and engineering education capacity at university level is provided by KTH. Education and research spans from natural sciences to all branches of engineering and includes architecture, industrial management and urban planning. There are a total of just over 15,000 first and second level students and more than 1,600 doctoral students. KTH has almost 4,300 employees.
The School of Engineering Sciences carries out research at the international front line covering a broad spectrum, ranging from fundamental disciplines such as physics and mathematics, to engineering mechanics with applications such as aeronautics and vehicle engineering. We also offer University degree programs in Engineering Physics, Vehicle Engineering, 'Engineering and Education', and 'Open Entrance', as well as a number of International Master Programs.
In laser physics, we study the interaction between light and matter in the form of atoms, molecules and solid structures ( www.laserphysics.kth.se ). The research areas in the group include laser physics and laser technology, nonlinear optics, electro-optics, material physics, and micro- and nanotechnology. Our long term vision is for this research to have also a practical impact, i.e. we aim at developing technology and materials that can lead to more efficient and better light sources, optical sensors and photonic components.
Project
We are now opening a position for a PhD/licentiate for research on nonlinear integrated optics in ferroelectric materials. The research will encompass nano- and microstructuring of linear and nonlinear properties in lithium niobate and lithium tantalate crystals, design and fabrication of nonlinear components and optical experiments. The goal is to control and engineer the optical and ferroelectric properties with sub-micrometric resolutions in two- and three- dimensions and develop novel nonlinear photonic crystals, for applications in optical fibre systems, quantum optics and biophotonics.
The group is located in the AlbaNova University Centre and has active collaborations with several research groups at the national and international level.
Qualifications
A suitable background for this position is a Master of Science, or an equivalent degree, with relevance to the field of the project. Applicants should be highly motivated to conduct doctoral studies, have a good background in physics and photonics and a strong interest in fundamental research and development. They should also be capable of working independently and performing critical analysis to drive the research forward and possess good collaboration and communication skills in international settings. Previous research or degree projects in areas of relevance for the project, experimental work in optics and electronics, as well as micro-/nanotechnology constitute further merits for the position. International experience is also an advantage.
Employment
Form of employment: Time limited.
Start date: According to agreement.
Salary according to the guidelines provided by KTH.
The employment is four years with a possibility of maximum up to five years. Up to 20 percent department duties are included in the employment.
Application
Application deadline: 2012-03-05
Employer's reference number: S-2012-0184
Applications to be addressed by email to: ankarloo@kth.se
Please specify the reference number, S-2012-0184, in the subject field of your email.
The application should include the following documents in PDF-format:
- Motivation letter for studies at PhD level
- CV
- Transcripts from university/university college
- Examples of technical writing, e.g. thesis, essay, course reports or scientific papers
Contacts
Fredrik Laurell, Professor
Phone: +46 8 553 781 53
fl@laserphysics.kth.se
Valdas Pasiskevicius, Professor
Phone: +46 8 553 781 55
vp@laserphysics.kth.se
Katia Gallo, Docent
Phone: +46 8 553 786 95
kg@laserphysics.kth.se
Trade union representative
Lars Abrahamsson, SACO
Phone: +46 8 790 70 58
lars.abrahamsson@ee.kth.se