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KTH Royal Institute of Technology, one of Europe’s leading technical universities, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to pioneer fabrication and optical control of dielectric metamaterials for next-generation photonic devices. This research targets advanced light manipulation, including spectrally controlled reflectivity, light trapping, nonlinear effects, and enhanced solar cell performance — all at the nanoscale.
The role combines electromagnetic modeling, cleanroom nanofabrication, and optical characterization, contributing to both fundamental research and device applications.
Join KTH in Stockholm to research nanostructured dielectric metamaterials for light manipulation, solar energy, and photonic devices. Combine cleanroom fabrication, optical measurements, and electromagnetic simulations in a collaborative, world-class lab.
🔍 Job Details
| Title | Postdoc in Photonic Semiconductor Nanostructures |
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| Organization/Publisher | KTH Royal Institute of Technology |
| Work Location | Stockholm, Sweden |
| Research Field | Nanotechnology, Photonics, Optics |
| Funding Info | Monthly salary (per Swedish university pay scales) |
| Application Deadline | 25 August 2025 (23:59 CET) |
| Posted Date | 7 July 2025 |
| Country | Sweden |
| Researcher Profile | Early Stage / Postdoctoral |
| Apply Button | Apply Now |
| Required Qualification | PhD in Applied Physics, Optoelectronics, Optics, Photonics, or related |
| Required Experience | Nanofabrication, Optical characterization, Electromagnetic simulations |
| Salary Details | Monthly salary per KTH regulations |
This postdoctoral role at KTH will focus on developing and characterizing nanoscale dielectric metamaterials capable of manipulating light in unprecedented ways. Applications include spectrally tunable reflectors, down-conversion layers, light extraction structures, and nonlinear optical devices.
You will engage in:
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Electromagnetic design of metamaterials for specific optical responses.
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Nanofabrication using state-of-the-art cleanroom tools.
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Optical characterization of fabricated devices, including building and modifying advanced optical test setups.
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Collaborative supervision of master’s and PhD students.
The ideal candidate has strong hands-on skills in semiconductor/dielectric structuring, optical measurement techniques, and simulation software for photonic design. Experience in solar energy or nonlinear optics is a plus.
KTH offers an internationally renowned research environment, close collaboration with experts in optics and nanotechnology, and the chance to live in Stockholm — a hub of science, culture, and nature.
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This job posting is for informational purposes only. For official details, application requirements, and to apply, visit the KTH careers website.
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