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Post-Doctoral Researcher - Silicon Photonics for Computing Applications

Company

University of Southern California

Location

Arlington, VA

Posted

July 08, 2026

Position Overview

The Application Specific Intelligent Computing (ASIC) Lab at USC’s Information Sciences Institute (USC’s ISI) invites applications for a post-doctoral position in Silicon Photonics, with a focus on advanced computing applications.


The selected candidate will contribute to the design, prototyping, and testing of photonic devices and circuits aimed at enabling next-generation computing architectures, such as optical in-memory computing. The role involves close collaboration with leading fabrication partners (e.g., GlobalFoundries, AIM Photonics), participation in multi-project wafer (MPW) tapeouts, and system-level experimental validation of fabricated prototypes. A strong drive for innovation is essential, as the work will push the boundaries of current photonic technologies and computing models.


**This is a one year appointment, with possibility of extension based on project funding and performance.**

**This position is located in our Arlington, V...

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