Research Technician

The CORNERSTONE Photonics Innovation Centre (C-PIC) at the University of Southampton has a shared vision: to take Silicon Photonics technologies from research labs to everyday life by enabling ubiquitous Silicon Photonics solutions.

The aim of the C-PIC team is to provide a Silicon Photonics fabrication service to researchers from across the globe, centred around unique cleanroom capabilities in Southampton, UK (www.cornerstone.sotonfab.co.uk). Our group has a culture centred around the team and is very supportive of one another and you will play a fundamental role in the success of the cutting-edge research that C-PIC supports.

We are seeking a Research Technician who is passionate about supporting cutting-edge research in a growing team of enthusiastic colleagues. You will be self-motivated, a strong communicator, a strong problem solver, flexible, able to work both individually and as part of a team, and able to manage time efficiently. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a university environment, working at the cutting edge of future technologies. You will be able to develop your career within a university culture focused on people, collegiality, quality, internationalisation, and sustainability. Your working hours per week are 35 and will be somewhat flexible, within the hours of 8 AM – 9 PM, with the expectation to work 2 days till 9 PM.

In the role of Research Technician you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of a number of tools housed within the world-class cleanroom facility. These tools will be used to fabricate state-of-the-art Silicon Photonics devices for C-PIC users, as well as internal research and enterprise projects. You will be able to learn from some of the best researchers in the field and will gain valuable, transferable skills within the field of photonics device fabrication. You will be provided with full training in addition to the opportunity to attend seminars and conferences to deepen your knowledge. As a key member of the C-PIC delivery team, you will benefit from a financial training allowance to support your personal and professional development including in areas such as EDI, innovation, and digitisation.

Experience in a laboratory environment, with proven experience of successfully planning and progressing work activities is essential. Skill level equivalent to achievement of HND, Degree, NVQ4 or basic professional qualification in a science related subject, or equivalent industry experience, is required. Basic knowledge in Silicon Photonics device fabrication is desirable.

For general enquiries please contact Dr. Martin Ebert (M.Ebert@soton.ac.uk)

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