The ICFO-Institut de Ciències Fotòniques is a centre based in Barcelona, devoted to the research and education of the optical and photonic sciences, at the highest international level. ICFO, in collaboration with the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), is currently offering a predoctoral fellowship to well-qualified graduate students who wish to obtain a doctoral degree in the field of plasmon optics.

The candidate will work on the elaboration of optical functionalities at the nanometre scale based on the resonant properties of noble metal nanostructures. Her/his work will combine numerical simulations on existing codes, nanofabrication in clean room and optical characterization both with far-field and near-field techniques. The project will be performed in the framework of European partnerships and will offer opportunities for short/middle-term stays in partner’s institutions.

ICFO welcomes applications from individuals with solid backgrounds in experimental physics and optics.

Eligibility:
No restrictions of citizenship apply to the ICFO-UPC Fellowships.Candidates must hold an internationally-recognized Bachelor or Master-equivalent degree in a field of science and engineering related to optics and photonics. Suitable backgrounds include optics, physics, mathematics, electronics and telecommunications engineering.

Conditions of the fellowship:
The fellowship is offered for periods of one year, renewable for a total of four years.

Application procedure:
Suitable candidates are requested to submit:

• A presentation letter with declaration of interests,
• A Curriculum Vitae, including a full address, a contact phone number and e-mail address and a copy of the passport,
• An official copy of your University academic transcripts in English or Spanish,
• A certified copy of the degree, if available at the time of application,
• The contact e-mail of three potential referees.

Applications should be submitted by e-mail to:icfojobs@icfo.es

E-mail submissions must be coded in DOC, PS, or PDF formats and must include the mailing label “PO” and your last name printed before the label.

Applications can also be submitted by post to:

PhD Screening Committee
ICFO – Institut de Ciències Fotòniques
Mediterranean Technology Park
Av Canal Olímpic s/n
08860 Castelldefels (Barcelona), Spain

Candidates should be willing to be contacted by phone during the selection process.

Selection of ICFO-UPC predoctoral fellows is based on merit and potential, measured in terms of the academic record and personal achievements. Proactivity, participation in community activities, and capacity for team-work are also taken into account.

Deadlines:The call is open until the position is filled.

For more information, please visit http://www.icfo.es/