The University of Massachusetts Lowell invites applications for a Postdoctoral position in Optical Metamaterials research with Prof. Alkim Akyurtlu in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department and the Center for Electromagnetic Materials and Optical Systems. The focus of the work will be on fabricating and characterizing optical negative index metamaterials based on doped semiconductors. The duties include fabrication of samples, characterization of samples, and validation of negative index of refraction of these samples. Experience in quantum optics, materials characterization, and excellent hands-on skills and experience in optical experiments are highly desirable. The ability and interest to pursue challenging, interdisciplinary problems, and good communication and organizational skills are essential. The appointment is for 1 year and is contingent upon funding and can be expanded to a longer term contingent upon funding.
The candidate could begin as early as May 1, 2009. Applicants with a recent PhD in engineering, experimental physics, or applied physics should submit a CV (with publication list), summary of research experience and interests, and a list of three references to be submitted to: alkim_akyurtlu@uml.edu, or Prof. Alkim Akyurtlu, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, 1 University Ave., University of Massachusetts Lowell, MA 01854; (978) 934-3336. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The University of Massachusetts Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX, H/V, ADA 1990 Employer.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is a comprehensive University with a national reputation in science, engineering and technology, and committed to educating students for lifelong success in a diverse world and conducting research and outreach activities that sustain the economic, environmental and social health of the region. UML offers nearly 12,000 students more than 120 degree choices, internships, bachelor’s to master’s programs and doctoral studies in the colleges of Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Management, the School of Health and Environment, and the Graduate School of Education. UML is located 25 miles northwest of Boston, in close proximity to many career opportunities including Raytheon, BAE Systems, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Air Force Research Laboratory and many universities.
