PhD fellowship/scholarship, High speed spatial light modulator based on MEMS integrated metasurface

This PhD fellowship focuses on advanced research in high-speed spatial light modulators utilizing MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) integrated metasurfaces. Candidates should possess a strong foundation in physics, electrical engineering, or related fields, with an emphasis on optics, photonics, and microfabrication technologies. Expertise in MEMS design and fabrication techniques is essential, alongside a deep understanding of metasurface principles and their applications in manipulating light at subwavelength scales. The role requires proficiency in experimental methods for characterizing optical devices, including interferometry, spectroscopy, and high-speed optical measurements. Familiarity with simulation tools for electromagnetic modeling, such as finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) or rigorous coupled-wave analysis (RCWA), is advantageous. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to integrate MEMS devices with metasurfaces to achieve rapid modulation of spatial light patterns, which is critical for applications in imaging, communications, and sensing. Strong analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and experience with cleanroom fabrication processes are important. The position is research-intensive, demanding a high level of technical rigor and innovation. While specific experience and education levels are not detailed, the nature of the PhD project implies that candidates should have completed or be near completion of a master's degree in a relevant discipline and possess a keen interest in cutting-edge photonic device development and MEMS technology integration.