Senior Research Fellow (Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) with Single-Photon Detector) Full-time

Research Fellow Position at Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies

A Research Fellow position is currently available at the Centre for Disruptive Photonic Technologies (CDPT), School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.

The Research Fellow (Project Leader) will be required to develop and demonstrate single-photon light detection and ranging (LiDAR) systems by integrating in-house single-photon detectors. The role will assess various LiDAR configurations, optimize the optical, timing, and control subsystems, validate performance in laboratory settings, and help chart a pathway toward field-deployable prototypes with superior sensitivity, timing, and resolution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct research in low-photon regime LiDAR
• Integrate light sources, trigger/reference detection, time-tagging, synchronization, and control electronics
• Establish measurement workflows, benchmark detection range, depth resolution, field of view, frame rate, robustness under background light
• Perform optical/system simulations and develop control and data pipelines for acquisition, reconstruction, and visualization
• Provide measurement-driven feedback to the detector team
• Disseminate results through publications, reports, and IP contributions

The Research Fellow is expected to work, generate ideas and experimentally prove them both independently and within team-working efforts with other researchers working on the project to deliver state-of-the-art single-photon imaging capabilities.

Job requirements include:

• Design, assemble, and align a single-photon-enabled scanning microscope; integrate detector modules, synchronization electronics, and time-tagging workflows.
• Develop imaging protocols and benchmark sensitivity, contrast, resolution, and acquisition strategies on calibrated samples.
• Operating and maintaining research laboratories, including advanced microscopy and spectroscopy equipment, in compliance with safety and laboratory protocols.
• Analyze data, prepare scientific publications, and present findings at international conferences.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners on joint research projects and technology development.
• Contribute to progress reports, project meetings, and support day-to-day laboratory operations.

Moreover, applicants:

• Must have a Ph.D. or Doctorate in Physics, Optical/Photonic Engineering, Information Science or closely related disciplines
• Must have relevant research experience in optical/laser setups and scanning systems (e.g., galvo or similar) including alignment and throughput optimization.
• Must have a good track record of scientific publications in international peer reviewed journals
• Preferably should demonstrate extensive research experience in optical imaging setups such as low photon detectors/ timing/synchronization, data acquisition, and execution of light detection and ranging protocols.
• Preferably should be familiar with single-photon detection concepts and time-of-flight or equivalent timing measurements, awareness of noise, efficiency, and timing trade-offs in low-light imaging.
• Should have competence in data acquisition/analysis and scripting for instrument control (e.g., Python/Matlab/LabVIEW)
• Should show ability to work both independently and within a collaborative research team.
• Should show strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work both independently and within an institution.

NTU seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU