Photonic Material Engineer

Coherent is seeking a PhD-level integrated photonics ceramic staff to implement integrated ceramic photonic integrated circuits, based on 2D / 3D heterogeneous integration process to fabricate advance ceramic and garnet photonic components on silicon and compound semiconductor platform.

Responsibilities :

• Carry out groundbreaking R&D in high performance ceramic and garnet optical waveguide components and 2D / 3D heterogeneous integration processes with advance silicon and InP platform
• Initiate and execute research projects of utilizing thin film ceramic and garnet optoelectronics
• Work with business groups and external partners to ensure the successful exploitation and transition of R&D outputs to product deployment.
• Contribute to the definition of technical foundation, development goals, project objectives and work plans.
• Create and maintain strong collaborative associations with colleagues, product business units, fabrication foundries, external partners and government agencies.

Qualifications :

PhD in Material Science Engineering or related field with hand-on experience and demonstrated practice in utilizing ceramic or garnet thin films to fabricate integrated optoelectronics components, design photonic integrated circuits, perform 2D / 3D heterogeneous integration processes, and establish precision magneto-optical metrology systems, with expertise in :

Physical Requirements

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp. :

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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