Vacancies

PhDs in semiconductor physics

We are seeking PhD students to work on a variety of topics and projects, including novel semiconductor lasers, quantum dots and photonic crystals. Please see our research pages for details of our current activities.

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Research associate positions

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Independent research fellowships in physics 

The University of Sheffield's Department of Physics and Astronomy is seeking applicants for long- and short-term research fellowships available in the UK (funded by UKRI, STFC or Royal Society).

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What next?

The majority of researchers in our group put their training and experience gained here to excellent use in their future careers in academia and industry.

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Current vacancies

Join the quantum technology revolution

• The University of Sheffield is seeking to make four new appointments in the field of Quantum Technologies as part of its strategic investment plan. Three of these posts will be in the Department of Physics & Astronomy and the fourth post will be in the Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering.   Closing date 22 January 2024.  Full information about the posts and how to apply can be found here.

Research Associate to work on telecom-wavelength quantum-dot single-photon sources

• Job Reference Number: UOS039621.  Closing date 17 January 2024