PhD position New methods for designing complex optical systems

The Optics Research Group at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands is looking for a PhD student working in the fields of global optimization and computer modeling of the merit function landscape of optical systems. Our special emphasis will be on objectives for microlithography, which are the heart of the machines used in semiconductor industry to produce computer chips. Therefore, the 4-year research work will include a strong cooperation with Carl Zeiss SMT AG in Germany, a world leader in the design and production of lithographic objectives, who is partially funding the project.

n close collaboration with other members of the Optics Research Group, the PhD student will develop new design methods for optical systems, which take into account specific topological properties of the optical merit function landscape, e.g. relationships between local minima and saddle points.

Requirements:

MSc. degree in Physics or related fields (e.g. Mathematics, Chemistry, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering), affinity for computer modeling, proficiency in English (writing and speaking)

Conditions of employment

The extent of this position is a maximum of 38 hours per week (1 FTE). This position has a temporary employment basis of 1 year (12 months). The estimated PhD starting salary is € 1,956 per month gross, with a maximum of € 2,502 gross (based on a full-time appointment and depending on experience). Benefits and other employment conditions are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The successful candidate will be employed by TU Delft for a fixed period of 4 years (48 months). Within nine months from the start of the PhD research, the appointee will present his or her proposal to a scientific committee. If the proposal is approved, the appointment will be extended for another three years within which he/she is expected to write a dissertation leading to the Dr title (PhD thesis). With regard to selection, internal candidates take precedence over external candidates. TU Delft strives to increase the number of women in higher academic positions; women are thus especially encouraged to apply.

Information and application

For further details on the position you are welcome to contact Dr. F. Bociort, phone: +31 (0) 15 – 27 81457
or: +31 (0)15 – 27 81444, e-mail: f.bociort at tudelft.nl
For further information about this position visit: http://www.stw.nl/Projecten/D/dwi/dwi6817.htm
To apply, please send a detailed CV together with a letter of motivation to Delft University of Technology, Faculty of Applied Sciences, attn. Dr. F. Bociort, Lorentzweg 1, 2628 CJ Delft, The Netherlands; or apply online to:  f.bociort at tudelft.nl.