The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.

The Laboratory of Nano and Quantum Technologies operates the state-of-the-art cleanroom PICO at PSI. Our aim is to expand our process and device capabilities in integrated photonics, as well as establish links to beamline and quantum research groups at PSI. More information on our activities can be found on: https://www.psi.ch/en/lnq/photonics-inpho.

For the development of the next-generation active photonic devices in our Integrated Photonics and Nanoelectronics group we are looking for a highly motivated

Scientist (Tenure Track) on integrated photonic devices

Your tasks

  • Simulation, design and fabrication of integrated photonic devices.
  • Contribute to process development in our cleanroom PICO.
  • Build and maintain optical set-ups.
  • Develop independent activities in integrated photonics or related fields by the acquisition of research funding from SNSF, ERC, EU and SNI.
  • Support the activities of the IPN group on integrated photonics as well as the head of LNQ in the day to day management of scientific activities in her team. This includes training and supervision of junior researchers.

Your profile

  • PhD In Integrated Photonics with strong focus on experimental work.
  • Strong track record in nanofabrication expertise in a state-of-the-art cleanroom facility (ISO5).
  • Hands-on experience with building and operating optical and electrical set-ups.
  • Proven track record in teaching at the bachelor or master's level and supervision of master and PhD students.
  • Laser and cleanroom safety training, experience with cryogenic characterization.
  • Established experience with numerical simulations and software (eg. Ansys, Lumerical, Python).
  • Experience with advanced photonic materials integration approaches on different platforms is a strong asset.
  • Experience with external funding acquisition.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, fully proficient in English.

We offer

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

This is a Tenure Track position. The employment contract will initially be limited to 3 years.

Please submit your application online by the 27. October 2025 (including list of publications, reference letters or addresses of referees) for the position as a Photonics Scientist (index no. 6717-23741).

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Elke Baumann, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
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