Research Fellow - Ultrafast modulation of reconfigurable metaphotonics

Monash • Clayton, NC

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About The Position

Monash University’s School of Physics and Astronomy is seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to research in reconfigurable metasurfaces and ultrafast photonics. The role involves developing a reconfigurable metasurface platform using phase-change materials and investigating temporal modulation with an ultrafast pump–probe optical system. Research will explore laser-induced phase transitions in low-loss phase-change materials and ultrafast carrier-driven modulation in semiconductor platforms, advancing approaches to dynamic photonic technologies. The position is based at the Clayton campus and is a two-year fixed-term appointment. The opportunity is advertised on the Indigenous-only applications page. The successful candidate will work with researchers in experimental photonics and have access to research facilities and collaborative networks. Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Requirements

• A doctoral qualification (PhD) in a relevant discipline or closely related field.
• Research experience relevant to developing reconfigurable metasurfaces, phase-change materials, or ultrafast photonics.

Responsibilities

• Develop a reconfigurable metasurface platform using phase-change materials.
• Investigate temporal modulation using an ultrafast pump–probe optical system.
• Explore laser-induced phase transitions in low-loss phase-change materials.
• Investigate ultrafast carrier-driven modulation in semiconductor platforms.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
• 17% employer superannuation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree