Physicist

Nova’s CTO Group is looking for a Physicist with broad exposure to multiple technologies, strong expertise in experimental ultrafast optics, and knowledge of semiconductor process control and fabrication.

As a New-Tech Physicist, you will conduct concept and feasibility research independently and in collaboration with external partners. Your work will play a key role in identifying, evaluating, and integrating emerging technologies into Nova’s innovation pipeline.

What you will be doing:

• Lead and conduct early-stage research projects to explore, validate, and develop new technological concepts.
• Identify emerging industry needs and scout, evaluate, and recommend disruptive technologies to address them.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including academia and industry, to drive feasibility studies and concept development.
• Influence Nova’s strategic direction by introducing novel, high-impact ideas into the technology portfolio.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. (or M.Sc.) in Physics or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience in experimental ultrafast optics (e.g., femtosecond lasers, OPOs, pump-probe experiments).
• Proficiency in data analysis and algorithm development.
• Experience in optical and mechanical system design (advantage).
• Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes and fab environments (advantage).

That special something you bring in:

• Proven ability to assess and compare various technological approaches based on diverse physical principles.
• Strong experimental capabilities, including designing and constructing complex lab setups.
• Innovative mindset with the courage to challenge conventional thinking.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a creative, “out-of-the-box” approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and lead in a matrix environment.