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Job Description:



The Institute for Functional Intelligent Materials is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to join a multidisciplinary project focused on terahertz (THz) photonics, advanced materials, and next-generation optoelectronic devices. The project explores new physical phenomena and device concepts by combining high-quality THz photonic structures with emerging low-dimensional materials, such as graphene, transition metal dichalcogenides, and topological insulators. The successful candidate will contribute to fundamental research at the interface of photonics, quantum materials, and device physics, with applications in communication, sensing, and quantum technologies.

Job Requirements

• Participate in the design, simulation, and experimental realization of THz photonic devices and systems
• Investigate light-matter interaction mechanisms in 2D materials under THz excitation
• Develop and characterize on-chip photonic structures including resonators, waveguides, metasurfaces, or photonic crystals
• Perform electrical, optical, and spectroscopic measurements on 2D material-based devices
• Collaborate with other researchers in materials science, nanofabrication, and quantum physics
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or related field
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:Thz photonics or spectroscopy
  2D materials or van der Waals heterostructures
  Nanophotonics, plasmonics, or cavity quantum electrodynamics
• Strong analytical skills and a track record of research excellence
• Familiarity with nanofabrication and experimental techniques is an advantage
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative research environment
• Preferred (but not required) knowledge of phototonic simulation software (e.g., COMSOL, Lumerical, CST) and background in ultrafast optics, nonlinear optics or quantum materials

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge interdisciplinary research with real-world impact
• Access to world-class research facilities and a vibrant academic environment at NUS
• Collaboration with international research partners and industry

Interested applicants should submit:

• A full CV with publication list
• A brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and research interests
• Contact information for 2 to 3 referees