NSA Integrated Photonic Transducers
Researchers wanted to develop integrated photonic transducers using simulation and nanofabrication for applications like microwave-to-optical conversion.
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Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: May 1, 2025 (Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Stipend approximately $86,335 per year plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical fellowship duration 2-3 years.
Summary: Supports postdoctoral and senior researchers developing integrated photonic transducers, including cavity optomechanical devices and optical nano-electro-mechanical systems (NEMS), using simulation and nanofabrication at the NSA Laboratory for Physical Sciences.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-U.S. citizens; relocation and health insurance benefits provided; requires contacting research adviser prior to application.
Description
This fellowship opportunity at the National Security Agency (NSA) Laboratory for Physical Sciences focuses on advancing integrated photonic transducers. Integrated photonics has revolutionized optical communication by enabling high-performance devices with smaller, scalable footprints compared to conventional optics. The program seeks researchers interested in developing devices that combine photonic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical functionalities, such as cavity optomechanical devices that show promise for microwave-to-optical transduction and sensing applications.
Research involves designing photonic and mechanical devices using advanced simulation tools like finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) and finite element method (FEM) software. Fabrication is performed in-house with state-of-the-art nanofabrication facilities. The laboratory offers several photonic characterization stations operating at room temperature and cryogenic conditions.
Ideal candidates will have skills in photonic device design, NEMS/MEMS design, nanofabrication, and photonic device characterization.
