Postdoctoral Researcher in Metasurfaces and Visual Optics

First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions: Postdoc Positions Application Deadline: 28 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Paris) Country: France Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Full-time Hours Per Week: 38 Offer Starting Date: 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? Yes Offer Description 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 Where to apply Website: https://institutminestelecom.recruitee.com/l/en/o/post-doctorat-en-metasurfaces-et-optique-visuelle Requirements Research Field: Physics » Optics Education Level: PhD or equivalent Skills/Qualifications ✔️ 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. Additional Information Benefits 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 Selection process Application Deadline: November 28, 2026 Contract Start Date: 1st February 2027 Interviews: Rolling basis Work Location(s) Number of offers available: 1 Company/Institute: IMT Atlantique Country: France City: Brest Postal Code: 29200 Street: 655 avenue du technopôle 29280 Plouzané Contact City: Brest Website: https://www.imt.fr/ Street: 655 avenue du technopôle 29280 Plouzané Postal Code: 29200 E-Mail: Vincent.Nourrit@imt-atlantique.fr