Date:         Thu, 1 Mar 2001 12:15:33 +0200
Reply-To:     Jo van Zwaren de Zwarenstein <[log in to unmask]>
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From:         Jo van Zwaren de Zwarenstein <[log in to unmask]>
Subject:      Optics-L: Post Doct Fellow Positions in laser nanofabrication,
              ma terial diagnostics, and nano-optics fabrication
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> Post Doctoral Fellow Positions
> University of Toronto
>
> The University of Toronto is seeking three postdoctoral fellows for a
> major new initiative in laser nanofabrication, material diagnostics, and
> nano-optics fabrication. State-of-the-art laser-processing facilities and
> optical material fabrication and diagnostic infrastructure are funded from
> various government and industrial sources. The research is centered in the
> Photonics Group of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering,
> and directed by Professor Peter R. Herman.
>
> 1 - F2-Laser Nanofabrication Facility The post doctoral fellow will drive
> the development of precise optical tools and nanofabrication processes in
> one of the world's forefront facilities for F2-laser nanofabrication
> research. The record short-wavelength light of 157 nm drives strong
> interactions in challenging materials at sub-micron feature sizes that are
> attractive for widespread application in fabricating photonic components,
> optical circuits, lab-on-a-chip systems, and wireless electronic circuits.
> Responsibilities include co-supervision of graduate students, coordination
> of research activities with scientists from academia and industry, and
> co-management of the novel facility. The $1 million program also includes
> establishing state-of-the-art optical communication diagnostics. The
> research goals are new micromachining and photosensitivity processes for
> fabricating and/or tuning optical circuits, 3-D photonic devices, photonic
> bandgap structures, and binary optics. These studies are to be integrated
> with related program in ultrafast laser processing.
>
> 2 - Photonic-Bandgap Integrated Optical Circuits An outstanding candidate
> is sought for a collaborative project to integrate photonic bandgap
> structures into functional optical circuits. Three-dimensional diffractive
> optical structures offer in theory, powerful capabilities in managing
> light in optical circuits. The goal is to practically harness this
> capability within the structure of our existing photonics fabrication
> program (the F2-laser nanofabrication facility and ultrafast-laser
> processing laboratory) and through collaboration with a leading
> photonic-bandgap group at the University of Toronto. The project is suited
> to a technically strong and creative individual motivated to revolutionize
> the future manufacturing of photonic circuits.
>
> 3 - Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy of Aluminum A laser-spectroscopy
> specialist is required to drive an industrially sponsored research program
> in laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy of recycled aluminum. The goal is
> to develop novel laser and diagnostic technology for collecting accurate
> assays of aluminum metal for a future large-scale pilot project in
> automobile recycling by Alcan International. One project is the study of a
> new laser interaction - invented at the University of Toronto - that
> entails high-repetition 'bursts' of ultrafast laser pulses. This approach
> promises to cleanly remove surface oxides and precisely probe the
> underlying bulk aluminum within a single burst. Research centers on
> fundamental laser interactions and defining laser processing windows in
> cooperation with our industrial partner.
>
> The research positions entail extensive academic collaboration within the
> Engineering Faculty, the Department of Physics, the Department of
> Chemistry, and Photonics Research Ontario ( www.pro.on.ca
> <http://www.pro.on.ca/>) and with other academic research centers: Laser
> Labortorium, Goettingen, Germany; National Research Council, Canada; and
> Optical Fibre Technology Centre, Australia. Research also includes close
> interaction with world-leading photonics and manufacturing companies in
> Canada (i.e. JDS Uniphase, Mitel, Raytheon Elcan Optical Technology, Alcan
> International) and internationally (i.e. Photonics Integrated Research,
> Lambda Physik, MicroLas). Our principle goals are forefront science and
> engineering research for public dissemination in high-quality journals and
> the generation of intellectual property. Successful candidates will lead
> one of the following three research areas.
>
> Required qualifications for all three positions include a Ph.D. in
> experimental Physics, Engineering Science, or Electrical Engineering, and
> experience with several of the following areas: F2 or excimer lasers,
> ultrafast lasers, optical and opto-mechanical design, photonic devices for
> optical communications, optical waveguide fabrication and modelling,
> optical communication diagnostics, photonic bandgaps, laser-matter
> interaction physics, spectroscopy, and material diagnostics (SEM, FTIR,
> AFM, SEM, EDX, ESR). An independent and highly motivated person with good
> technical and communication skills is required. Each position entails a
> supervisory role with graduate students and other researchers. The
> successful candidate will also be responsible for coordination and
> administration of research involving visiting scientists and industrial
> partners in the local booming Photonics industry.
>
> The postdoctoral positions are available immediately and remain open until
> filled. Provide a CV, relevant publications, three references, and recent
> university transcripts by mail, electronically, or by fax:
>
> Professor Peter R. Herman
> 10 King's College Rd. Tel: 416-978-7722
> Dept. of Electrical and Computer Engineering Fax: 416-971-3020
> University of Toronto, Toronto, ON [log in to unmask]
> M5S-3G4, CANADA
>
> The University of Toronto is Canada's top university, located in the
> center of Canada's largest and most dynamic city. Toronto is home to a
> large and diverse immigrant population and has low-crime rates. See more
> at: <http://www.utoronto.ca/toronto.htm>
>
>
> Further Employment Information:
> <http://www.ecf.utoronto.ca/~hermanp/job_available.htm>
>
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