The Q-NEXT Argonne Quantum Foundry invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher to advance experimental research on solid-state quantum materials, with emphasis on heterogeneously integratable diamond membranes, defect synthesis, quantum experiment development, and optical spectroscopy. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, collaborative team working across the Argonne community and with partners at the University of Chicago, contributing to the Foundry’s quantum materials development thrusts and to broader QIS efforts. The position will focus on experiments that enable condensed-matter investigations using diamond membranes and on integrating these platforms with other quantum and classical systems, including superconducting circuits.
The research responsibilities include operating and managing confocal microscopy and related optical spectroscopy experiments to identify and characterize new defects in quantum materials, and developing advanced optical, spin, and microwave measurement techniques for spin manipulation. This, in the context of spin-defects hosted in platforms such as heterogeneously integrated diamond membranes. A major aim of the work is to explore and implement mechanisms for linking disparate spin systems through photons, phonons, and other quanta to realize quantum hybrid systems, quantum sensing experiments, quantum transduction, and quantum interconnects. The project scope spans fundamental quantum science and applications in quantum optics, solid-state spins, quantum emitters, quantum memory, and nonlinear optical devices, and will include work on defects in diamond, silicon carbide, and rare-earth host crystals.
The postdoctoral researcher is expected to actively seek and maintain collaborations within Q-NEXT, Argonne MSD and CNM, and the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, to publish results in peer-reviewed journals, and to present findings at conferences, symposia, and seminars. The candidate will keep current with relevant techniques and expertise through regular interactions with related research groups and will contribute to technical reports documenting experimental progress, technique development, and new initiatives for peer reviewers and program managers.
Position Requirements
Minimum Education / Experience Requirements:
A Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or related field.
Additional Requirements:
Normal daytime work hours at the Argonne site, but occasional travel and some overtime/nighttime may be required. Ability to work without constant direction in the performance of routine tasks.
Considerable:
- Considerable experience in basic condensed matter and materials physics in spin physics is required.
- Considerable skill in written and oral communication.
- Good skills in collaboration and the ability to work with a team in an interdisciplinary environment.
Good:
- Experience with optics, spectroscopy, and optically active point defects in quantum materials
- Experience with device synthesis and integration.
- Experience with automation and computer interfacing
- Experience with advanced data analysis implemented in languages such as python
- Direct research experience in quantum material systems used for quantum information and nanoscale sensing is advantageous.
- Experience in development of cryogenic and optical microscopy / spectroscopy experimental platforms for quantum material research a plus.
Desirable:
- Experience with microwave engineering
- Experience with nanofabrication (optical and electron-beam lithography) for nanostructure and fabrication
- Experience with surface chemistry and surface passivation techniques
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Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00-$117,925.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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