What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro-Optic Research Scientist position at KYYBA Inc?
Job Title: Electro-Optic Research Scientist
Location: Ann Arbor, MI - Hybrid
Long Term Contract
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Electro-Optic Research Scientist to join our team. This role involves conducting research to achieve key project targets, driving client research on electro-optic devices, and developing innovative designs for quantum photonics applications. The ideal candidate will have expertise in electro-optic technology, strong simulation and design skills, and experience working with various vendors and collaborators in advancing state-of-the-art photonic and electronic devices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct research to meet project milestones and key performance indicators, including reports and project documentation.
- Drive client research in electro-optic devices, focusing on applications in quantum photonics, sensing, and communication.
- Independently develop and validate electro-optic design concepts, optimizing design performance using PDKs and DRC methods.
- Collaborate with vendors to push the limits of electro-optic and photonic devices through cutting-edge fabrication techniques.
- Publish research findings in competitive journals and present at relevant conferences.
- Regularly communicate with a diverse group of scientists, university collaborators, and management to ensure project progress and alignment.
Requirements:
- Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Optics, Physics, or related field; or a Master’s degree with equivalent experience.
- Experience:
- Extensive experience in electro-optic technology, including simulation, design, layout, and lab measurement of integrated photonic devices.
- Hands-on experience with electronics testing on optical tables, as well as automation of experiments and data collection using Python.
- Strong understanding of wave physics (electromagnetics/wave optics) and the ability to develop simulations using numerical tools such as COMSOL, Lumerical, and tidy3d.
- Familiarity with packaging of both electronic and photonic devices.
- Knowledge of spin-defect quantum concepts and how they relate to electro-optic systems.
- Proficiency with software tools like Python, Klayout, and PCB schematic/layout editors for prototyping processes.
