Doctoral student in Integrated Solid-State Photonics

Publiceringsdatum: 2026-03-26

Vill du ta steget att arbeta som doktorand hos Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB? Nu har du möjligheten. Intresserade sökes för heltid-jobb hos Chalmers Tekniska Högskola AB - är du intresserad? De letar efter någon som vill jobba 6 månader eller längre. Göteborg är platsen där denna position är ledig.

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We are looking for a Doctoral student to become part of the Integrated Solid-State Photonics Lab at the Division of Photonics at the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience. Join our innovative team and contribute to pioneering next-generation photonic integrated circuit technologies, where advanced solid-state materials meet the scalable technologies of the future. During your doctoral studies, you will work and grow in a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic research environment. 

About us 

The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2) advances the frontiers in quantum technology, nanoscience, photonics and future electronic systems - for technical and societal development. Our cross-disciplinary approach gives interesting collaborations in academy, industry and society, and is a driving force for innovations, results and breakthroughs. We offer a vibrant, international research environment and direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities. 

The Division of Photonics is a dynamic research environment where light-based technologies drive innovation in communication, sensing, and computing. With expertise in optoelectronic devices, ultrafast optics, and fiber optical communication - from long-haul transmission to datacenter interconnects - we tackle real-world challenges at every scale. We’re a collaborative research team, where PhD students and postdocs work alongside senior scientists to shape the future of photonics. 

The Integrated Solid-State Photonics Lab is a newly established research group within the Division of Photonics. We develop next-generation photonic integrated circuit (PIC) technologies using active solid-state materials, particularly rare-earth-doped materials, to realize high-performance classical and quantum light sources. This enables new photonic functionalities across a broad spectral range (from UV to mid-infrared), with applications ranging from classical optical systems to emerging quantum technologies. We offer a vibrant, international research environment and direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities. 

Your doctoral research will be embedded in the stimulating research environment of the Meta-PIX, a Swedish Research Council-funded Excellence Center at MC2, dedicated to integrated meta-photonics, with applications ranging from high-capacity optical interconnects to quantum simulations.

About the research project  

The long-term goal of the group is to develop rare-earth-doped PIC technologies that can enable compact, high-performance, and scalable laser systems meeting requirements for applications in atomic clocks, optical metrology and sensing, data communication, and quantum technologies. Towards this goal, you will develop rare-earth-doped waveguide amplifiers and lasers, with the aim of advancing the performance of on-chip light sources towards that of fiber-based systems. 

Who we are looking for

The following requirements are mandatory:

• To qualify as a Doctoral student, you must have a Master's degree (masterexamen) of 120 credits or a Master’s degree (magisterexamen) of 60 credits* in Physics, Nanotechnology, Electrical Engineering, Photonics or similar
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• A strong interest in photonics and a willingness to take initiative in experimental research
• A motivated and curious mind, comfortable working both independently and in a collaborative environment
• Programming skills in Python or Matlab.
• for students with an education earned outside of Sweden, a 4-year Bachelor’s degree is accepted. 

The following experience will strengthen your application: 

• Experience in nanotechnology (cleanroom)
• Experience in measurements, design, or analysis of photonic structures or devices
• Knowledge of specific software tools in photonic integration, such as Lumerical or COMSOL.

What you will do

• Take courses at an advanced level within the Graduate School of Microtechnology and Nanoscience
• Develop your own scientific concepts and communicate the results of your research verbally and in writing
• The position generally also includes teaching on Chalmers' undergraduate level or performing other duties corresponding to 20 percent of working hours
• Design, testing, and nanofabrication of rare-earth-doped waveguide amplifiers and lasers
• Explore and contribute with new research ideas to advance the frontier of knowledge in photonics.

Contract terms  

• The Doctoral student positions are fully funded from the start. 
• The position is a fixed-term appointment of four years, with the possibility to teach up to 20%, which extends the position up to five years. 
• A starting salary of 34,550 SEK per month (from May 25, 2025). 
• Doctoral studies require physical presence throughout the entire study period. A valid residence permit must be presented by the study start date; otherwise the admission may be withdrawn. 

What we offer 

Click here to read more about  working at Chalmers  and our benefits for employees.

Find more general information about doctoral studies at Chalmers here.  

Application procedure 

The application should be written in English and attached as PDF-files. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files. 

CV 

Personal letter 

• A brief introduction about yourself. 
• A brief statement of your motivation for this position, along with your anticipated future development (qualities, scientific competences, and skills) after completing this PhD. 

Bachelor’s and, if available, master’s thesis together with the transcripts. 

Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.  

A background check may be conducted as part of the application process.

Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered. Contact details to references will be requested after the interview. 

We welcome your application no later than April 30, 2026

For questions, please contact:  

Lam Tran

Assistant Professor

lam.tran@chalmers.se

We look forward to your application!