AFRL is investigating nano-optical devices, such as metamaterials and photonic crystals, to develop smaller optical systems and gain better control of a wide band of the electromagnetic spectrum. Our research interests involve developing novel devices utilizing, for example, spatially varying lattices, bio-inspired deformities in photonic crystals, plasmonic/photonic crystal sensors, and hybrid systems that combine metallic (plasmonic) and dielectric metasurfaces.

We are seeking highly-motivated and dynamic researchers to work alongside us on the design and analysis of nano-optical systems and sensors that are of immediate applicability to USAF systems. The candidate should have a Ph.D in nano-optics or closely related fields, with focus on nanomaterials modeling and design. A strong modeling and simulations background is required in programming languages such as C/C++, CUDA, Python, or Julia, or in commercial packages such as COMSOL or ANSYS HSFF. Knowledge of ray-tracing, optical systems design and characterization, and fabrication techniques such as multi-photon lithography are highly desired.

key words

Metamaterials; Metasurfaces; Plasmonics; Optics; Photonic Crystals; COMSOL; ANSYS HSFF; Nano-Optics; Nanomaterials; Modeling and Simulation

Citizenship:  Open to U.S. citizens

Level:  Open to Postdoctoral and Senior applicants

Additional Benefits

Relocation

Awardees who reside more than 50 miles from their host laboratory and remain on tenure for at least six months are eligible for paid relocation to within the vicinity of their host laboratory.

Health insurance

A group health insurance program is available to awardees and their qualifying dependents in the United States.