Postdoctoral Associate or Research Associate
maybe under a section? But we should only include sections when there is real specific content. "Be Statements" is not a standard heading; we could treat as a paragraph under maybe "About the role"? But we have no "About the role" heading originally. The instruction: use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we should map content to those headings where appropriate. We have responsibilities, requirements, qualifications, skills, benefits, pay. Also maybe "About the role" could be summary. We'll create sections: About the role (summary), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe split into What We Require and What We Would Like You To Have?), Qualifications (maybe same as Requirements?), Skills (maybe from What We Would Like You To Have?), Benefits, Pay. Also maybe "Schedule"? Not present. So we omit Schedule. We need to preserve all substantive information, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: EEO lines, CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, etc. Also remove "Privacy Act Statement", "Who We Are" maybe we can incorporate into About the role? Actually "Who We Are" describes PREP partnership; that's substantive about the program. Could be part of About the role. We'll include that in About the role paragraph. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID. We must not include application instructions (Special Instructions To Apply). So we omit that. We must not include duplicated lines. We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences. Let's extract content: Summary Job Summary: "This work aims to develop hardware for quantum networks to implement advanced protocols such as quantum position verification. To this end, we are building a quantum network involving sources of high-quality photonic entanglement, fast quantum measurement stations, and stabilization technology that can be applied to quantum network links. Careful modeling of network components is required, as well as building quantum sources and other related hardware required for distributing and characterizing the performance of entanglement distribution. The position requires working with both theory and experimental teams to ensure the hardware is capable of carrying out quantum position verification-related experiments. The project scope is limited to fundamental research, and results will be available in the public domain through journal articles and conference presentations. This position is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Professional Research Experience Program (PREP). NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration." Who We Are: "PREP is a special partnership between the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder. PREP provides research opportunities to CU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as researchers with a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in NIST labs to gain research experience alongside NIST scientists. The particular group that needs a researcher is the Quantum Nanophotonics Group at NIST." Responsibilities: "What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be Develop and test high-quality single and entangled photon sources. Characterize and measure entangled states distributed through a metropolitan fiber network. Carry out quantum position verification experimental protocols. Present results at internal meetings, and occasional meetings with external stakeholders. Ensuring that results, protocols, software, and documentation have been archived or otherwise transmitted to the larger organization. Have familiarity with fiber coupling, intensity and phase modulators, nonlinear optics (sum frequency generation or four-wave mixing), and aligning optical cavities." What You Should Know: "This position requires the successful completion of an NAIS agreement and federal security clearance as mandated by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Employment is contingent upon approval of these requirements as determined by NIST. Anticipated start date is December 27, 2026. Anticipated end date is February 29, 2028." What We Can Offer: "The salary range for the full-time Postdoctoral Associate position is $74,000 - $108,000 annually. The salary range for the full-time Research Associate position is $78,000 - $135,000 annually. Onboarding/relocation assistance may be available, however, if within a 12-month period you exercise your right to willfully terminate your employment with the University of Colorado, you hereby agree to reimburse the department for your relocation expense." Benefits: "At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of Forbes' America's Best Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program." Be Statements: "Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder." What We Require: "Postdoctoral Associate: A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 0 – 4 years of post-doctoral degree experience. Research Associate: A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 5+ years of post-doctoral degree experience." What We Would Like You To Have: "Two or more years of relevant experience in experimental nonlinear optics or quantum optics. Experience with building entangled photons using spontaneous parametric downconversion. Knowledge of bulk optics components as well as integrated photonic devices. Familiarity with Python, Matlab, or similar programming language. Strong oral and written communication skills, including a strong record of peer-reviewed publications." We need to map to sections: - About the role: combine Summary Job Summary + Who We Are (maybe). Provide as
paragraphs. - Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
then- each bullet.
- Requirements: maybe combine What We Require (minimum qualifications) and What We Would Like You To Have (preferred). Could split into Requirements and Skills. The instruction list includes Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. We can put Requirements for mandatory qualifications (What We Require). Qualifications maybe same? Could put Qualifications for What We Require as well. Skills for What We Would Like You To Have.
But we must not create thin sections; we can combine Requirements and Qualifications if similar. However we have both mandatory and preferred; we could do Requirements (mandatory) and Skills (preferred). Qualifications maybe not needed.
Pay:
Pay
with salary ranges. Benefits:Benefits
with paragraph. Schedule: not present, omit. We must not include "Be Statements" as a section; it's just a tagline; we could include as aunder About the role maybe? It's not substantive but it's part of posting; but instruction: Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. The Be Statements is substantive? It's a tagline but still part of posting. Could include as a
under About the role. We must remove boilerplate: EEO lines, CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, etc. Also remove "Privacy Act Statement", "Special Instructions To Apply". Also remove duplicated lines (none visible). Also remove "Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email." etc. Now craft HTML. We'll produce:
About the role
This work aims to develop hardware for quantum networks to implement advanced protocols such as quantum position verification. To this end, we are building a quantum network involving sources of high-quality photonic entanglement, fast quantum measurement stations, and stabilization technology that can be applied to quantum network links. Careful modeling of network components is required, as well as building quantum sources and other related hardware required for distributing and characterizing the performance of entanglement distribution. The position requires working with both theory and experimental teams to ensure the hardware is capable of carrying out quantum position verification-related experiments. The project scope is limited to fundamental research, and results will be available in the public domain through journal articles and conference presentations. This position is part of the National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Professional Research Experience Program (PREP). NIST recognizes that its research staff may wish to collaborate with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest, thus requires that such institutions must be the recipient of a PREP award. The PREP program requires staff from a wide range of backgrounds to work on scientific research in many areas. Employees in this position will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration.
PREP is a special partnership between the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the University of Colorado Boulder. PREP provides research opportunities to CU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as researchers with a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in NIST labs to gain research experience alongside NIST scientists. The particular group that needs a researcher is the Quantum Nanophotonics Group at NIST.
Be ambitious. Be pioneering. Be Boulder.
Responsibilities
- Develop and test high-quality single and entangled photon sources.
- Characterize and measure entangled states distributed through a metropolitan fiber network.
- Carry out quantum position verification experimental protocols.
- Present results at internal meetings, and occasional meetings with external stakeholders.
- Ensure that results, protocols, software, and documentation have been archived or otherwise transmitted to the larger organization.
- Have familiarity with fiber coupling, intensity and phase modulators, nonlinear optics (sum frequency generation or four-wave mixing), and aligning optical cavities.
Requirements
- Postdoctoral Associate: A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 0 – 4 years of post-doctoral degree experience.
- Research Associate: A PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field with 5+ years of post-doctoral degree experience.
Skills
- Two or more years of relevant experience in experimental nonlinear optics or quantum optics.
- Experience with building entangled photons using spontaneous parametric downconversion.
- Knowledge of bulk optics components as well as integrated photonic devices.
- Familiarity with Python, Matlab, or similar programming language.
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including a strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
Pay
The salary range for the full-time Postdoctoral Associate position is $74,000 - $108,000 annually. The salary range for the full