CW Applied Quantum Research Scientist PhD Degree (99W210)

Ann Arbor, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job description (Duty & Responsibility):

Design and implement optically determined magnetic resonance (ODMR) sensing systems using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers and other quantum defects. Optimize and upgrade confocal microscopy setups for quantum sensing applications.
Conduct research on quantum sensing protocols for magnetic field electric field temperature and pressure measurements. Investigate novel quantum sensing modalities and improve sensitivity spatial resolution and temporal resolution.
Investigate novel methodologies for applied quantum techniques outside of sensing applications.
Design experiments to characterize quantum sensor performance under various environmental conditions
Lead efforts to downsize quantum sensing concepts from optical table setups to integrated photonic packages. Develop compact optical systems including miniaturized lasers photodetectors and optical components. Optimize system performance while maintaining quantum sensing advantages in miniaturized formats
Ability to work within and contribute to cross-disciplinary research teams with key deliverables including prototypes intellectual property and publications (an active interest in publishing is highly desirable).
Willingness to participate in support and contribute to work-place safety culture and activities.

Required minimum education and experience:

Doctorate in Physics Electrical Engineering or other applicable area

Requirements:

Quantum Systems: Deep understanding of quantum defects (NV centers SiC defects etc.) quantum sensing protocols and spin physics

Optical Systems: Proficiency in laser systems optical design confocal microscopy free-space alignment and photon detection

Instrumentation: Experience with microwave electronics lock-in amplifiers data acquisition systems and precision measurement techniques

Programming: Strong skills in Python MATLAB or similar for data analysis and instrument control

Scientific Writing: Clear communication of results to internal research teams using graphs mathematics etc.

Preferred Skills:

Background in integrated photonics design and simulation (e.g. Lumerical COMSOL)
Familiarity with electronics design and packaging
Experience with quantum communication concepts (e.g. squeezed light entangled photons)

Job description (Duty & Responsibility): Design and implement optically determined magnetic resonance (ODMR) sensing systems using nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers and other quantum defects. Optimize and upgrade confocal microscopy setups for quantum sensing applications. Conduct research on quantum s...