What we are looking for: Nova seeks an Optical Experimental Physicist to drive early-stage innovation and explore cutting-edge technologies .As part of the Advanced Technology Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Nova’s future metrology solutions, as well as exploring opportunities in adjacent fields, by leading concept development and feasibility studies across multiple disciplines. This role is ideal for a hands-on physicist with broad technological exposure and a passion for turning novel ideas into practical solutions .In this role, you will become an integral part of the organization, enabling innovation and advancing technological capabilities by partnering with cross-functional teams. You will work closely with R&D, engineering, and product teams, contributing to Nova’s long-term technology roadmap and future product portfolio .This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of physics, optics, HW and SW technologies, identifying disruptive approaches and translating them into impactful solutions . What will you be doin g: Lead and execute early-stage research projects to explore, validate, and de-risk new technological concepts through hands-on experimentation and simulat ionDesign, build, and optimize complex experimental setups, including optical and imaging syst emsConduct data analysis and develop algorithms using tools such as MATLAB and/or Pyt honIdentify emerging industry needs and proactively scout innovative and disruptive technolog iesCollaborate closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, engineering, product) to advance feasibility studies and concept developm entEvaluate and compare diverse technological approaches based on different physical princip lesPresent findings, insights, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and influence strategic decisi onsTake ownership of innovation initiatives and contribute to shaping Nova’s future technology road map Requireme nts: M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Physics or a related
