Research Assistant/Associate in Quantum Photonics
Research Assistant/Associate in Quantum Photonics
University of Cambridge - Department of Engineering
Cambridge, United Kingdom
A position exists, for a Research Assistant/Associate in the Department of Engineering, to work on aperiodic quantum photonic devices.
The Research Assistant/Associate will join the Integrated Quantum Photonics group, based in the Nanoscience Centre at the University of Cambridge, a newly founded research group that works on simulation, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of nano- and quantum photonic devices, integrating quantum light emitters.
They will work on a research project focused on the development of aperiodic photonic devices embedding light emitter for fundamental quantum optics experiments and for the realisation of single-photon devices and novel nano-lasers with enhanced performances for quantum technology applications. Their work will build upon our recent work in the area [see, for instance, Applied Physics Letters 117, 124006 (2020) and Applied Physics Letters 118, 011103 (2021)].
The key responsibilities and duties are:
- Carry out research in aperiodic photonic devices;
- Build optical setups for spectroscopical characterisation and quantum optics experiments;
- Acquire and analyse data;
- Simulate aperiodic photonic devices;
- Nanofabricate photonic devices;
- Write scientific manuscripts and conference contributions;
- Help with Master/PhD student supervision.
The skills, qualifications and experience required to perform the role are:
Education & qualifications:
- Applicants should have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or related areas.
Specialist knowledge & skills:
- Quantum photonics, quantum optics, nano-photonics, quantum dot and quantum well spectroscopy, nanofabrication, Finite-Difference Time-Domain simulations.
Interpersonal & communication skills:
- Very good interpersonal and communications skills, including writing scientific manuscripts and delivery of oral presentations.
Relevant experience:
- Experience in spectroscopy and quantum optics is highly desirable;
- Experience in simulations and nanofabrication are desirable but not essential.
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