Research Scientist

Join us to Make an Impact

Innovation is in our DNA. We invented supercontinuum lasers and photonic crystal fibers and we constantly reimagine how our products can be used and improved. Our customers use our products in medical and life science research, quantum computing and space exploration. 

We seek curious, creative and collaborative people to work in our cutting-edge company. Can you see yourself working in teams and providing solutions for innovators? 

If you wish to apply, please contact us with your CV / Résumé. If you have a cover letter, please save this in one document with your CV / Résumé as you are only able to upload one document. 

We look forward to hearing from you!

THE ROLE 
You will be joining our highly skilled Future Technologies, Optical Engineering team to develop solutions for new laser systems and research projects. You will be working on various laser and optoelectronics technologies, utilising elements of NKTP's existing products and evaluating new technologies to incorporate into NKTP's technology roadmap. Main responsibilities may include but not limited to General Product/Process Research Science and is focused on scientific research, development, and testing of new products, processes, and raw materials .The daily work may be in close collaboration with the other departments across optical, electronic, and mechanical teams, as well as with external project partners from industry and academia. 

Personal skills we seek

• Be responsible for own work and self-driven in daily work 
• Enjoy working closely with experts in optics, electronics, and mechanical for design and problem solving

• Able to take ownership of project work packages ensuring timely delivery and reporting when needed
  
  Relevant technical skills 

• PhD in Optics or similar preferred
• Laser design theory - ideally in fiber
• Experience with laser feedback and control
• Laser lab experience - e.g. free-space optics alignment, testing and measurement
• Optical system modelling - e.g. split-step GNLSE, rate-equation-based amplifier modelling
• Familiarity with Python, Matlab, and MS Office tools 
• English (written and spoken) 

 
WE OFFER
Professional challenges in a highly dynamic and growing business environment with enormous potential for further growth. An opportunity to become part of a successful, enthusiastic, development team in an informal workplace. Competitive employment terms and benefits, good work-life balance, and influence on own tasks. Experienced and skilled colleagues with highly diverse backgrounds in an international organization.

APPLY TODAY
We plan to invite candidates for interviews as soon as possible. If you think you have what it takes, please send your CV to us and we will be in contact soon.

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