Empa, Materials Science and Technology

Postdoc in applied laser physics

📍 3602 Thun

Role and responsibilities

Operation of different laser platforms, Conceptualization and setup of optical systems, Hardware synchronization and data acquisition, Conduction of experimental campaigns, evaluation of results and reporting

Team / description

Empa is a research institution of the ETH Domain. The Laboratory of Advanced Materials Processing (LAMP) is a multidisciplinary research unit that develops innovative functional modification of materials by beam (e.g. laser light, electrons) and plasma induced processing. LAMP provides full cycle technology development, starting from novel materials, deep understanding of the background physics of beam-matter interactions, development of automated AI/ML systems for novel materials processing and quality insurance. The lab combines additive manufacturing, large scale laser micro-processing, multiscale modelling and AI/ML for the quality monitoring/control, at the end offering to the society novel nanostructured materials, their shape-forming and integration into devices.

Qualifications and Skills

  • PhD degree in Physics/Photonics/Engineering or equivalent

  • Experience: Laser applications (measuring, processing, etc.), optical system design, assembly and usage

  • Skills: Hands-on experimental mindset, strong understanding of laser and optical physics, strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, experience with data analysis and experimental optimization

  • English, French and German as a plus