The School of Physics and Astronomy advertises a one year Research Assistant position in experimental photonics dedicated to the design, fabrication and all optical manipulation of flexible nanoplasmonic membranes. The applicant should have research experience in nanolithographic processes and optical trapping, supported by a good publication record. Theoretical and experimental knowledge of plasmonics, metamaterials and nonlinear optics for biophotonics applications is desirable.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Dr Andrea Di Falco, email adf10@st-andrews.ac.uk or Tel: 01334 463165.

Applications are particularly welcome from women who are under-represented in Science posts at the University.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.

Please quote ref: AR1827ML

Closing Date:  26 August 2016

Further Particulars: AR1827ML FPs.doc

School of Physics and Astronomy
Salary:  £31,656 per annum
Start Date: 1 September 2016, or as soon as possible
Fixed Term: 1 year