Small photonic circuits, big-resolution imaging!
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to work on the development of next-generation compact optical imaging systems based on integrated photonics. The project aims to enable high-resolution imaging and sensing in a highly miniaturized platform that overcomes the limitations of conventional large-scale microscopy techniques.
You will explore novel optical effects in nanophotonic structures to achieve both high imaging resolution and efficient light collection, with applications ranging from biological imaging and surface inspection to semiconductor metrology. The work combines fundamental physics with cutting-edge photonic device engineering and offers opportunities for collaboration in an international research environment.
Applicants should hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in physics, electrical engineering, photonics, or a related field, with a strong interest in optics and experimental or computational research.
Applicants should hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in physics, electrical engineering, photonics, or a related field, with a strong interest in optics, nanofabrication, and experimental and computational research.
Other mandatory requirements
- MSc or equivalent in Physics or Engineering.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Critical thinking.
Not mandatory but considered plus
- Familiarity with photonics integrated circuits (design, simulation, testing).
- Nanofabrication (particularly nanofabrication of photonics integrated circuits).
- Familiarity with microscopy (theoretical and experimental are both valuable).
- Familiarity with quantum photonics.
TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)
Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.
At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.
Challenge. Change. Impact!
With more than 1,100 employees, including 150 pioneering principal investigators, as well as a population of about 3,600 passionate students, the Faculty of Applied Sciences is an inspiring scientific ecosystem. Focusing on key enabling technologies, such as quantum- and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology and materials for energy storage and conversion, our faculty aims to provide solutions to important problems of the 21st century. To that end, we educate innovative students in broad Bachelor's and specialist Master's programmes with a strong research component. Our scientists conduct ground-breaking fundamental and applied research in the fields of Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics. We are also training the next generation of high school teachers.
about this vacancy or the selection procedure, please contact Iman Esmaeil Zadeh, via [email protected].
Application procedure
Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 16 July 2026 upload the following documents:
You can address your application to Iman Esmaeil Zadeh.
Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English-taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate Schools Admission Requirements.
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