Integrated Photonics Sensors

About the role

The Integrated Photonics Branch in the Photonic, Electronic and Quantum Sciences (PEQS) Division seeks a postdoctoral researcher working in the areas of chemical/biological sensing and wearable electronics. Our team is focused on the development of wearable sensors for the continuous sensing of chemicals, small molecules and proteins. The aim of this project is to develop a prototype and/or deployable system for health diagnostics and continuous monitoring. Current areas of interest for the project are recognition element integration, microfluidics, circuit design and computer interfacing. This project targets sensing for sports medicine, performance, safety and health diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development of wearable PIC sensors with integrated electronics
• Characterizing and optimizing films/components for sensing requirements
• Working with surface modifications and polymer deposition

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in bioengineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, biology or related field
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferences

• Sensor development: Circuit design, bioelectronic integration, recognition element design
• Experience in label-free sensing, health monitoring and non-invasive testing
• Experience in electrical measurements and complex experimental setups
• Familiarity with micro/nanofabrication or clean room techniques
• Experience in or willingness to learn COMSOL, Matlab or Python

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Doctoral Degree.
• Academic Level(s): Doctoral Degree (Postdoctoral Fellow).
• Discipline(s): Chemistry and Materials Sciences (12 ), Engineering (27 ), Life Health and Medical Sciences (51 )

Mentorship and Training Opportunities

• Work with PIs to create an Individual Development Plan (IDP)
• Attend and present at conferences and workshops
• Opportunity to publish and work with other labs in the DoD and academia

Keywords

Wearable, Biosensor, Sensing, Photonics, Photonic Integrated circuits, Silicon Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Bioengineering