Postdoctoral Appointee - Quantum Optics and Sensing, Onsite

About the role

We are seeking one or more postdoctoral appointees to join our quantum optics and quantum sensing group at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) at Sandia National Laboratories (New Mexico).

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize quantum sensing capabilities for the study of quantum materials.
• Discover and characterize the physical properties of emergent quantum defects in semiconductors such as diamond and silicon.
• Work closely with a team of staff, postdocs, graduate students, and technologists who are experts in quantum information sciences, solid state single photon emitters, and nitrogen-vacancy magnetometry.

Requirements

• PhD in related physical science fields, such as physics, optical engineering, electrical engineering, or material science.
• Proficiency in Python, data analysis, instrumentation, and hardware development.
• Evidence of research achievements as demonstrated in the form of technical publications and presentations.

Qualifications

• Strong background in physics of materials.
• Strong background in quantum sensing with quantum defects, such as the nitrogen-vacancy defect in diamond.
• Strong background in quantum control of single quantum defects in diamond or similar semiconductors.
• Strong background in scanning probe microscopy.
• Background in optics and building optical systems.

Benefits

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide.
• Extraordinary co-workers.
• World-class tools, equipment, and research facilities.
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements including 9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting.
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $75,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and can include compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting options.

Contact Information

To learn more about Sandia and the Quantum Materials Systems (QMS) thrust at CINT, visit: http://www.sandia.gov.