Postdoctoral Researcher in Metasurfaces and Visual Optics

A leading general engineering school within IMT (Institut Mines-Télécom), the number one group of engineering schools in France, IMT Atlantique aims to support transitions and train responsible engineers. We place scientific and technical excellence at the service of education, research, and innovation.

As part of the MSDIO project, a collaborative research program conducted with a major French ophthalmic device manufacturer (Cristalens Industrie) aimed at developing a novel type of intraocular lens (IOL) incorporating metasurfaces for next-generation visual correction, we are recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Metasurfaces and Visual Optics within our Optics Department.

Reporting functionally to Vincent Nourrit, Professor in the Optics Department at IMT Atlantique, and in collaboration with Cristalens Industrie, you will lead the modeling and simulation of advanced optical correction functions (monofocal, multifocal, or switchable IOLs), cleanroom prototyping via multiphoton photolithography, and experimental characterization of metasurfaces. You will also participate in developing dedicated software tools and in disseminating scientific results through publications and international conferences.

Consult the detailed job description

✔️ You have expertise in metasurface modeling, optical simulation (Lumerical/Planopsim, Zemax), and ideally photolithography.

✔️ You have experience in optical design and/or cleanroom microfabrication, with desirable knowledge in visual perception and visual optics.

✔️ You are autonomous, curious, proactive in driving research forward, and comfortable working in a multidisciplinary team.

🎓 The ideal candidate must hold a PhD (obtained less than 3 years prior to the hiring date) in Optics, Photonics, Physics, or a related field.

WHY JOIN US:

 🌊 Exceptional working environment on the Brest campus by the ocean, offering an outstanding quality of life.

🔬 Innovative collaborative project with high medical and industrial impact, supported by state-of-the-art facilities (Arago platform).

🚀 Stimulating ecosystem fostering scientific growth, technology transfer, and international networking.

BENEFITS :

🥗 On-site cafeteria

🏃‍♀️ Leisure and sports offers

🚌 Public transport subsidies

🚴‍♂️ Sustainable mobility package (for carpooling or cycling)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family allowance

💶 Wide range of social benefits

🖥️ Partial teleworking possible

🌴 Generous leave package

 REMUNERATION :

💰 Indicative salary: €35,800 gross per year, depending on profile and experience (reduced employee social security contributions in the public sector).

CONTACT INFORMATION :

o    job content: Vincent NOURRIT – Professor: Vincent.Nourrit@imt-atlantique.fr

o    administrative/HR aspects: Mélissandre MORVAN – Recruitment Assistant:melissandre.morvan@imt-atlantique.fr

Application Deadline: November 28, 2026

Contract Start Date: 1st february 2027

Interviews: Rolling basis

Legal Notices :

• Nature and Duration of the Contract: Fixed-term contract (CDD) of 18 months under public law or secondment for civil servants, renewable.

• Job Location: IMT Atlantique, Brest campus - 655 avenue du technopôle - 29280 Plouzané

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  • Job Category: II P

• The positions offered are open to all applicants, with accommodations available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

• This position is open to civil servants and/or contract employees.

• Any application may be subject to an administrative investigation.