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back to vacancy list Vacancy: III-V/Si laser frequency combs for data communications (Open)Posted on 16/10/2024ContextSilicon Photonics (SiPho) is a fast-growing technology addressing many applications such as data communication, sensing, imaging, and metrology to name a few. By leveraging the mature Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) processes used in electronics, high-volume and high-yield Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) can be fabricated at a relatively low cost. Among the major building blocks in a PIC, the multiwavelength laser source is key to scaling the capacity of the datalinks by increasing the number of communication channels. A common approach to scale the channel count by integrating multiple single-wavelength laser sources faces limitations such as increased system complexity, higher power consumption, and challenges in maintaining precise wavelength stability and uniform power distribution across channels. These issues make it difficult to achieve the desired performance and scalability in high-capacity data communication systems.
Job DescriptionThe research will involve building, validating, and executing numerical models based on coupled nonlinear differential equations for the simulations of laser dynamics. The findings will drive the design of the hybrid III-V/Si laser resonators and their subsequent advanced optical characterization in state-of-the-art photonics laboratories at imec. At the end of the PhD the candidate will possess a unique knowledge and skillset in the field of nonlinear integrated photonics and III-V lasers on silicon, device physics, modeling, and characterization as well as process integration and layout design. Candidate Profile- You hold an MSc degree in the following fields: Photonics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, and Optical Engineering.
About UsYou will be working at imec Leuven. How to apply?This PhD position is offered through the IMEC PhD grant program. The application and selection process is done by IMEC. Apply through the IMEC web siteMore information |