Assistant Scientist in Integrated Photonic Systems, College of Optics and Photonics

Orlando, FL (Main Campus), US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-25

Core

Conduct independent research in integrated photonic systems for applications in free-space and optical fiber communication, datacenter interconnects, optical signal processing, and computing.

Role type

Assistant Research Scientist (Integrated Photonics)

Builds

Research outcomes in photonic devices, systems, and applications

Domain

Optics and Photonics / Telecommunications / Datacenter Interconnects

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Modelling and design of active/passive photonic devices, Integrated device fabrication, Optical and electro-optical characterization, Digital signal processing, AI/ML, System applications and demonstrations

Preferred skills

Experience in multi-plane light conversion, Experience with SiN, Si, or III-V material platforms

Technologies

Custom and commercial design and simulation packages

Responsibilities

Conduct research in integrated photonic systems, Model, design, and optimize photonic devices, Fabricate integrated devices, Characterize integrated devices and subsystems, Develop system applications and demonstrations

Seniority

Junior, Research Scientist

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UCF is one of the nation’s largest universities with a diverse student body of approximately 70,000 students and has grown substantially in size, quality, diversity, and reputation. Today, the university offers more than 240 degree programs. In 2019, UCF was officially recognized as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education, and a "Green College" by the Princeton Review for our efforts in sustainability and environmental responsibility. The Carnegie Foundation classifies UCF as an R1 Doctoral University for its very high research activity and community engagement