The company invites applications for a Kawader Research Assistant Fellow position in Silicon Photonic Hardware for Neuromorphic Computing within the Photonics Research Laboratory in the Division of Engineering. The Photonics Research Group seeks a motivated Research Assistant to support research on silicon photonic hardware for neuromorphic computing. The project focuses on developing integrated photonic devices and circuits for energy-efficient artificial intelligence, information processing, and computing applications. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, simulation, experimental characterization, and testing of silicon and silicon nitride photonic devices. Potential research areas include programmable photonic circuits, optical neural networks, photonic reservoir computing, non-volatile photonic devices, and the integration of emerging materials with silicon photonics.
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What the Program Offers:
- Full-time paid research position for up to 3 years.
- Mentorship by the company faculty.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Exposure to cutting-edge research in silicon photonics, integrated photonic circuits, and neuromorphic computing.
- Opportunities to develop expertise in silicon photonic device design, experimental characterization, laboratory automation, and scientific programming.
- Contribution to technical reports, journal publications, and conference papers.
- Mentoring and preparation for graduate studies or careers in photonics, semiconductor technology, and artificial intelligence hardware.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and simulate silicon photonic devices and integrated circuits for neuromorphic computing.
- Conduct optical and electrical characterization of photonic devices and systems.
- Develop scripts for instrument control, automated measurements, and data analysis.
- Support device fabrication, packaging, testing, and integration into experimental computing platforms.
- Document research results and contribute to technical reports, presentations, publications, and conference papers.
Supervision:
- Supervised by Dr. Mahmoud Rasras
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Photonics, Applied Physics, or a closely related field.
- Basic knowledge of optics, electromagnetics, semiconductor devices, or integrated photonics.
- Programming and data-analysis experience using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous research or project experience in silicon photonics, integrated optics, optoelectronics, or neuromorphic computing.
- Familiarity with photonic simulation tools such as Ansys Lumerical, COMSOL Multiphysics, or similar software.
- Experience with optical measurements, automated test systems, device fabrication, packaging, or machine-learning methods.
Language Requirements:
- Proficiency in English is required.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should send a CV, a statement of interest (1 page), transcripts, and two letters of recommendation or referee contacts to the company email.
Special Note:
UAE nationals are encouraged to apply.
For questions regarding the position, please contact the company email (allow 5 working days for a response).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring processes. All interested persons are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.
Sustainability Statement:
The company aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040.
