Applications are invited for a two Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in Photonic Communication System Research. In current optical communication systems signal degradation arising from the transmission along long lengths of transmission fibre are having increasing significance as the overall capacity of the networks increase. A series of alternative modulation formats have been proposed to provide an increased degree of tolerance to these formats, whilst simultaneously reducing the bandwidth and linearity demands of the required component technologies. These formats however only partly address the problem and additional solutions are required to provide optical amplification and signal processing functions at ultra high bit rates.
This project will concern the development and the use of novel optical phase sensitive processes. The work will build on recently proposed modulation formats, such as Differential Quaternary Phase Shift Keying in conjunction with phase detection and parametric amplification. In conjunction with project partners the post holder will develop and enhance the performance of these, and other techniques developed as the project progresses, and will develop an optimized transmission system design, taking into account the unique properties of phase sensitive optical signal processing techniques.
The successful applicant will join an established team within the Photonic Systems Group, will carry out research in purpose-built photonics systems research facilities at the Tyndall National Institute, and will be involved in collaboration with other groups in Tyndall and elsewhere. Participating in a collaborative European project, the successful candidate will be expected to travel throughout Europe, and may carry out significant portions of his/her research at alternative facilities within the consortium. Training opportunities will be provided to acquire appropriate and experimental and numerical research skills.
Applicants for this position should have - or expect to receive - a PhD in Physics, Electronic Engineering or related subject, and would ideally have experience of optical transmission system research, and familiarity with state of the art signal processing techniques and coherent detection would be considered an advantage. The appointment will be for 2 years initially, extendable to the full project duration following satisfactory performance.
For further information about this position, please contact Dr Andrew Ellis at xxxxxx.xxxxx@xxxxxxx.xx
To apply, please submit a CV to xxxxxxx@xxxxxxx.xx quoting the reference number.
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