Empa

Postdoc / scientist position in the field of mid-IR frequency comb spectroscopy

Dübendorf, Schweiz

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Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa's around 1,100 employees make essential contributions to the well-being of society for a future worth living. Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain.

Dual-comb spectroscopy (DCS) is a rapidly evolving techniques opening up new fields of applications. Our aim is to leverage on quantum cascade laser (QCL) based DCS and develop a spectrometer with unprecedented spectral resolution, sensitivity, and speed. Together with our partners, we will apply this instrument to study the ro-vibrational nature of chiral molecules in the gas phase.

This interdisciplinary project is funded by Swiss National Science Foundation and the Swiss Agency for Innovation Promotion. It lies at the interface of fundamental research and science-based innovation and involves close collaboration with our partners at ETH (Prof. F. Merkt and Prof. M. Quack) and ZHAW (Prof. J. Stohner).

Postdoc / scientist position in the field of mid-IR frequency comb spectroscopy

Job description, responsibilities and tasks:

Develop a dual-comb QCL spectrometer geared towards Vibrational Circular Dichroism
Implement a frequency-locking scheme, and investigate novel (polarisation) schemes
Collaborate with ETH and ZHAW, actively participate in the experiments, advise/guide for long-term knowhow transfer
Publish the results in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences

Your profile

PhD degree in Physics or a related field with a strong experimental background in frequency-locked lasers or optoelectronics. Experience with dual-comb laser spectroscopy is advantageous.
Hands-on experience with data acquisition and signal processing (GPU based)
Proficiency in data analysis using Python, Matlab, or similar
Self-motivating, independent-minded scientific researcher, effective collaborator
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required.

Our offer
You can expect a vibrant international atmosphere in a leading research facility equipped with superior infrastructure and surrounded by interdisciplinary excellence. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

We live a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome all people who are interested in innovative, sustainable and meaningful activities - that's what counts.

We look forward to receiving your complete online application including a short letter of motivation, CV, transcripts of diplomas, a list of publications and contact details of a least two references. Please submit these exclusively via our job portal. Applications by e-mail and by post will not be considered.