CREOL Undergraduate Blog

Monday, November 1, 2021

Caltech WAVE Fellows Undergraduate Research Program

Caltech is now accepting applications for our WAVE Fellows undergraduate research program.

Please share with students and colleagues. Thank you!

The WAVE Fellows program provides support for undergraduate students, who are underrepresented in STEM and intend on pursuing a Ph.D., to conduct a 10-week summer research project under the mentorship of Caltech faculty.

Research opportunities in biology, neuroscience, chemistry, chemical engineering, engineering and applied science, geology, environmental science, sustainability, astronomy, physics, nanotechnology, quantum sciences, humanities, social science, and more!

Research-specific information sessions are scheduled starting on November 3. This is a chance to learn more about the program, application process, and meet Caltech faculty in different disciplines.

Applications due Jan 7, 2022.

Program dates: June 13 - August 19, 2022.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be current sophomores, juniors, or non-graduating seniors;

have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2;

be a US citizen, permanent resident, or have DACA status.

Strong applicants are encouraged to have prior research experience.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Graduate school prep workshops

Faculty seminars

Networking events

Writing workshops

Social activities

Click here for more information.

Questions about the WAVE Fellows program can be directed to Carol Casey.

APPLY NOW!

Monday, August 30, 2021

Scholarships for being vaccinated.

UCF is giving away several items, including scholarships for being vaccinated. APPLY! (and also be vaccinated!) You need to have had at least one shot prior to Sept. 15.

https://www.ucf.edu/coronavirus/vaccines/incentives/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=armor_up_win

Monday, August 23, 2021

Photonics Test Engineer Position at SiLC Technologies

SiLC is looking for a photonics test engineer to be a part of a dynamic and experienced team focused on building a revolutionary 4D sensing solution.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

· Maintain test equipment, processes, and procedures for the characterization of photonic integrated circuits (PIC), optoelectronic devices, and LIDAR systems.

· Coordinate with management and engineers to perform PIC evaluation and testing.

· Write, modify, and maintain MATLAB/Python/LabVIEW code for PIC testing and data analysis.

· Support with data analysis, organization of measured data, and maintain component library database from various photonics devices.

· Specify and purchase lab equipment and materials required for testing.

· Support the PIC design team with layout and scripting

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or a related field.

· Familiarity with photonics components, fiber optics, free-space optics, and standard test electronic equipment.

· Working knowledge of C/C++, Matlab, Python, or a similar language and interested in learning scripting layout

· Prior internship or university research experience in the photonics-related field.

· Aptitude for performing hands-on laboratory experiments and measurements.

· Ability to adapt and operate under tight deadlines.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills and willingness to learn new things.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

· Strong hands-on experience on free-space, fiber optics, and optical alignment to fiber/waveguide devices.

About SiLC

We are a 4D vision sensor company located in Monrovia, CA. Our focus is on creating 3D point clouds based on the FMCW lidar concept and coherent optical detection. Our lidar sensor is capable of measuring more than just the distance of an object, unlocking a multitude of new dimensions that can enhance the performance of modern machine vision algorithms. We just closed our Series A and are expanding our team to scale up our activities. Please visit our website for the most recent updates: www.silc.com

Contact: Sepehr Benis at sepehr@silc.com