PhD Position Amplitude & Phase Control in Optical Metrology

This PhD position focuses on developing novel techniques for amplitude and phase control in optical metrology for semiconductor manufacturing. The role involves ideation, modeling, and experimental validation, specifically investigating how to improve coherent optical scatterometry performance using machine learning. Applicants need an MSc in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, with a demonstrable interest in optics, signal processing, mathematics, and machine learning, and good English communication skills.

• You have a passion for science, are a continuous learner, and possess good theoretical foundations, with a willingness to work on both theoretical models and experimental setups.
• You know how to code, or are willing to learn.
• You are a team player who enjoys working with others, shares knowledge openly, and brings a constructive mindset.
• You feel rewarded when an idea lands ona. new metrology tool.
• Finally, you act with integrity and intellectual honesty.
• The outstanding candidate is not someone who already perfectly masters all the required skills, but someone who has the potential to grow and acquire those skills and able to deploy them during the course of the project.
• She or he has a demonstrable interest in optics and electromagnetic scattering, signal processing, and mathematics, as well as a wise use of machine learning methods.
• The candidate should hold an MSc degree in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or the equivalent.
• The PhD position is firmly embedded in a physics environment but involves strong interaction with partners in applied physics, applied mathematics, and high-tech industry.
• Good communication skills in English are a prerequisite.