ppOrganisation/Company CNR Department IFN Research Field Physics Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 15 Sep 2026 - 18:00 (Europe/Rome) Country Italy Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Nov 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe - MSCA Marie Curie Grant Agreement Number Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No /p h3Offer Description /h3 pWe are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network TRILOGY, an international training programme in ultrafast science, attosecond physics, and photonics. /p pTRILOGY trains 14 doctoral candidates across leading European universities, research institutes, and industrial partners. The programme provides an interdisciplinary research environment combining advanced experimental research, theoretical collaboration, international secondments, and structured training in transferable skills. The candidate will be enrolled in a recognized PhD programme and supervised by internationally leading researchers. /p pThe TRILOGY network focuses on ultrafast chirality and attosecond electron dynamics, aiming to develop new methods for probing and controlling chiral light–matter interactions with applications in photonics, biosensing, and materials science. /p pProject title: Design and Micromachining of Microfluidic Devices for Chiral Sensing Applications (WP3) /p pDC10 aims to develop next-generation lab-on-a-chip platforms for chiral sensing by integrating photonic waveguides and microfluidic devices fabricated through advanced femtosecond laser micromachining techniques. The project combines microfabrication, nanophotonics, and fluidics to create compact devices capable of generating and exploiting synthetic chiral light for highly sensitive molecular detection. The research will contribute to the development of innovative photonic technologies with applications in sensing, diagnostics, and integrated optical systems.



/p pbDuties and responsibilities /b /p pThe selected candidate will: /p ul liDesign, fabricate, and characterize next-generation lab-on-a-chip devices for chiral sensing /li liEmploy advanced femtosecond laser micromachining and chemical etching techniques to create sub-wavelength photonic structures /li liDevelop integrated waveguide–microfluidic platforms capable of generating and manipulating synthetic chiral light /li liExplore novel photonic architectures and materials for enhanced light confinement and sensing performance /li liCollaborate with leading European experts in photonics, microfluidics, nanofabrication, and theoretical modelling /li liAnalyze and interpret experimental results to optimize device performance and functionality /li liParticipate in international secondments, network-wide training events, and interdisciplinary research activities /li liAcquire highly sought-after expertise in microfabrication, photonics, materials science, and optical sensing technologies for careers in academia and high-tech industry /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 pResearch Field Physics Education Level Master Degree or equivalent /p h3Skills/Qualifications /h3 pEssential skills: /p ul liStrong interest in photonics, microfabrication, microfluidics, or optical sensing technologies /li liKnowledge of optics, laser–matter interaction, materials science, or related disciplines /li liAbility to work independently and as part of an international and interdisciplinary research team /li liGood written and spoken English /li liExperience with laser-based fabrication techniques, photonics, or micro/nanostructures /li liKnowledge of microfluidics, optical waveguides,



or integrated photonic devices /li liExperience with laboratory research and experimental characterization techniques /li liProgramming, modelling, or computer-aided design (CAD) skills /li /ul h3Specific Requirements /h3 ul liCompliance with the MSCA Doctoral Network mobility rule /li liMust not have a doctoral degree at the date of their recruitment /li liWillingness to participate in international secondments, network-wide training activities, and collaborative research projects /li liMotivation to work at the interface of photonics, microfabrication, and sensing technologies /li /ul h3Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent /h3 h3Additional Information /h3 ul liFully funded PhD position under MSCA Doctoral Network TRILOGY /li liEmployment at CNR-IFN within a leading European research consortium /li liAccess to state-of-the‑art ultrafast laser and spectroscopy facilities /li liInternational secondments at academic and industrial partners /li liStructured training in ultrafast science, photonics, and transferable skills /li liCompetitive MSCA salary and benefits according to EU rules. Gross salary 4531,53 EUR/month. If applicable, family, long-term leave and special needs allowances /li /ul h3Eligibility criteria /h3 ul liCandidates for the PhD positions must have a Master’s degree in Physics, Materials Science or equivalent by the time they commence the project. /li liMust not have a doctoral degree at the date of their recruitment /li /ul pbImportant /b: As for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions bmobility rule /b, to be hired you must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in Italy for more than 12 months in the 36 months immediately before their recruitment date. /p pSelection process /p pAll interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, nationality, religion or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply. Candidates will be pre‑selected based on their application and invited for an interview for further assessment. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Design and Micromachining of Microfluidic Devices for Chiral Sensing Applications - PhD position (MSCA-DN TRILOGY) (Italia)
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