Photonics is the science and technology of using light to obtain, convey and process information. Although photonics is relatively new compared to electronics, it is already established as one of the key technologies supporting today s worldwide telecommunications networks and the Internet. Increasingly photonics is also being used in the world s most powerful computers.
The Photonic Systems Group in the Tyndall National Institute in Cork, Ireland has a broad-ranging research programme in leading-edge photonic systems, including: optical signal generation, transmission, restoration, processing, switching and quantum encryption. The emphasis is on applications and system-level investigations, and these activities involve developing a detailed physical understanding of semiconductor and fibre components, as well as an appreciation of telecommunications systems.
Applications are invited for a funded postgraduate research studentship. In this project, techniques to achieve ultra high capacities within the core network will be investigated. Here the key challenges are related to the overall capacity demands approaching the fundamental capacity limits of optical communication systems, coupled with the cost, reliability and performance of the network. The research in particular will focus on the development of a new transmission technology known as Coherent Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (Coherent WDM). In its simplest form, Coherent WDM and its counterpart from wireless, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing, are essential technologies to extract the maximum capacity from a transmission medium. Within a long communication link, however, the traditional approaches are severely restricted by the distributed non-linear response of the optical fibre transmission medium. This project is therefore aimed at the development of transmission systems operating at ultra-high spectral efficiencies, and the investigation of techniques to combat non-linear effects.
The position will lead to a higher degree including Ph.D, and is available to start at several times during the year. Students will receive training in research methods and will work alongside very experienced researchers on projects to develop advanced photonic systems. The laboratory facilities available for photonic systems research at the Tyndall National Institute are amongst the best in Europe. The minimum academic qualification is a first or upper second class honours degree in physics, electrical engineering, or related relevant discipline. The successful candidate will be highly self-motivated, and keen to learn and contribute as an integral member of a dynamic research team.
For more information, please contact David Cotter at david.cotter@tyndall.ie
To apply for this position, please submit a CV to careers@tyndall.iequoting the reference number.
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