Research Fellow – Nonlinear Optics & Metrology

About the role

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at NTU is seeking a Research Fellow to advance projects in nonlinear optics, spectroscopy and metrology. You will work closely with the Principal Investigator and a multidisciplinary team to develop cutting‑edge bio‑imaging and measurement systems.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with the PI and team members on R&D activities and system development for bio‑imaging and metrology.
• Conduct and coordinate research within NTU and with external partners, aligning with the centre’s research strategy.
• Publish findings in high‑impact international journals and present at academic conferences.
• Prepare research reports and undertake management tasks as required by the PI.

Required profile

• PhD in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics or a related discipline with a focus on optics, spectroscopy and instrumentation.
• Experience in optics, nonlinear optics, optical measurement technologies, spectroscopy, metrology and machine vision is desirable.
• Familiarity with high‑power CW and pulsed laser systems, spectrometers, high‑resolution cameras and delicate optical components.
• Strong programming and automation skills (e.g., C++, LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python) and a proven publication record.

Required skills

• C++
• LabVIEW
• MATLAB
• Python
• Zemax
• OSLO
• TracePro
• ImageJ
• High‑power CW lasers
• Pulsed lasers
• Spectrometers
• High‑resolution cameras