Researcher in nanophotonic neuromorphic computing - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Subject description

This position will be linked to the project: Insect-Brain inspired Neuromorphic Nanophotonics (InsectNeuroNano). The long-term vision of this project is a novel on-chip hybrid nanostructure platform for energy-efficient, fast artificial neural networks and integrated sensor arrays. The project combines several different concepts: Progress in understanding insect neurobiology that provides proven circuit designs to solve significant problems such as autonomous navigation; Advanced III-V semiconductor nanowire technology that exploits light to obtain a large number of interconnects with extremely low power consumption; Optically efficient stable molecular dyes that can be used for novel memory components; Circuit technology developed for quantum computing. The long-term goal of the project is to develop nanophotonic on-chip devices for integrated sensing and neural computation, inspired by the insect brain. It will also be naturally connected to new efforts within NanoLund to build up a program within neuromorphic (and other types of non-von Neumann) computing.

Work duties

The main task is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included in the duties.

Work in this field includes the design, modelling, realization, and characterization of nanophotonic neuromorphic components based on III-V nanowires and other nanostructures. It will also include work on developing concepts for the commercialization and use of the components in applications. Experimental work with the manufacture and characterization of components is expected. This applies to work with nanostructures developed for solar energy extraction, light emission, and transistors, which will now be used to build neural networks using light transmission for connections and interpretation of electrical signals for memory and signal analysis. It will also include the design of nanophotonic elements to tailor light absorption and light emission. The work will be carried out in collaboration with experts in nanoscale photonics/electronics, advanced lasers, nanoscale synthesis, and characterization.

Qualification requirements

Applicants must have:

• A PhD within physics, electrical engineering or photonics.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Experience with the development of new nanophotonic neuromorphic nanowire components and their applications en e.g. detectors.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

Experience and knowledge in:

• Development of application concepts for nanowire components for commercial and scientific applications, e.g., fast detectors
• Modeling of semiconductor heterostructures for interaction between light and matter. This includes the role of excited carriers as well as photonic and plasmonic effects.
• Manufacture of nano(opto)electronic components, particularly based on individual semiconductor nanowires.
• Experimental characterization of nano-optoelectronic devices

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment

The position is limited to one year and is full-time.

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
• a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages),
• copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.