[Early Advert] Research Fellow (Experimental free-electron-driven X-ray nanophotonics)

The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering is one of the founding schools of Nanyang Technological University, ranking 1st in the world in the field of Electrical & Electronic Engineering according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities (2025/2026); and 4th globally according to QS World University Rankings by Subject (2026).

The L. J. Wong Group on X-ray & Free Electron Quantum Nanophotonics is one of the leading research groups in the world on X-ray photonics, having been recognized as a 2024 Falling Walls Winner in Physical Sciences for “Breaking the Wall of Quantum X-ray Tech” by the Falling Walls Foundation. [Group website: https://sites.google.com/view/ljwgroup]

We are seeking a Research Fellow to spearhead cutting-edge research in the experimental study of free-electron-driven X-ray photonics, with the goal of using such a source to achieve X-ray phase-contrast imaging on a table-top scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform experiments on free-electron-driven X-ray nanophotonics and phase-contrast imaging in customized scanning electron microscope (SEM) and transmission electron microscope (TEM) setups

• Lead papers and publish in high-impact journals

• Present at top-tier international conferences

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in physics, engineering or related field

• Familiarity with vacuum electronics and free-electron-based devices

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