Job description
These posts are full time, and have funding for up to 14 months. The James Watt School of Engineering is looking to recruit several Research Associate/Fellows to make a leading contribution to the goal of the Critical Technology Accelerator (CTA) Pilot by developing devices and integrated systems for use in emerging quantum, photonic and semiconductor technology applications across a range of projects. The CTA is led by Professor Anthony Kelly at the University of Glasgow. The project requires individuals with academic research or industrial experience in either design, fabrication, or Test and characterisation, in one or more areas such as: semiconductor lasers; photonic integrated circuits; superconducting quantum devices/circuits; MEMS; wafer bonding; advanced packaging; heterogeneous integration; or other relevant area(s) within the field of nanofabrication. The successful candidates will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow. For appointment at grade 8 significant postdoctoral or industrial experience in one of the areas listed above or of working across interdisciplinary interfaces, and/or some expertise in running a team would be required. Informal enquiries about the role are welcomed, and should be addressed to Professor Anthony Kelly (Anthony.Kelly@glasgow.ac.uk) in the first instance. For more information on the University of Glasgow’s, James Watt School of Engineering, please visit https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/engineering/ Closing date: 16 February 2024 It is the University of Glasgow’s mission to foster an inclusive climate, which ensures equality in our working, learning, research and teaching environment. We strongly endorse the principles of Athena SWAN, including a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting gender equality. The University of Glasgow, charity number SC004401.