Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (cudos)
Graduate/Postgraduate Student Opportunities & Scholarships
The Macquarie University node of the Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (CUDOS) has a major research program in fundamental and applied photonics developing next-generation devices for optical communications, quantum optics, astrophotonics and biophotonic systems.
We are currently seeking talented and motivated PhD candidates to develop these experimental and theoretical research themes. Our available projects include:
Building quantum light sources in integrated glass waveguides: You will be instrumental in developing the next generation of photon sources to be used in integrated photonic quantum information processing systems.
Theory of light emission and control in magnetic photonic crystals: You will theoretically study the nature of one-way light propagation in magnetic photonic crystals, exploiting the interaction between periodic structures and time-reversal symmetry breaking.
Details about these and other projects (including nano-technology and plasmonics) are below.
Generous scholarships and cotutelle arrangements are available for eligible candidates.
Successful candidates will join a young, energetic group of 20 researchers led by Associate Professors Mick Withford, Judith Dawes and Mike Steel, and Drs Alex Fuerbach and Graham Marshall. Our facilities include state-of-the-art labs incorporating three high-power femtosecond laser systems, nanometric 3-D positioning systems, advanced micro-optical characterisation facilities, and access to the leading supercomputer sites in Australia. You will be active members of CUDOS, a partnership of six universities that is the premier photonics research group in Australia and provides substantial opportunities for research collaboration, networking and future employment. Macquarie University is located on a large green campus in the northern suburbs of Sydney, one of the world's most beautiful and exciting cities.
Working and playing with CUDOS at Macquarie
Our group receives regular feedback on our outstanding team dynamic. We think the secret is that we all like one another...
Or it could be all the extra activities we get up to...
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| post-workshop scuba | early morning ocean swims | industry accolades |
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| annual south coast workshop | life on campus | just hanging around |
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| industry expos | up in the lab | integrated photonic devices |
Current project opportunities
Creating one way optical waveguide structures by high-power femtosecond laser writing
Building Quantum Light Sources in Integrated Glass Waveguides
Theory of light emission and control in magnetic photonic crystals
About studying at Macquarie University (and living in Sydney, Australia)
Entry criteria for Macquarie University higher degree research studies.
Scholarships available at Macquarie University.
Interested?
If you are interested in applying we'd recommend you do the following:
1) check that you meet the University's requirements for post-graduate scholarships by following this link. You must meet these criteria to be eligible for the position.
2) compose a cover letter that outlines why you believe you are suited to the position advertised.
3) forward your cover letter and a copy of an up to date CV (including the details of at least three referees) to us. Please include information on any other scholarships/prizes/awards or publications you may have.