Research Associate: Quantum simulation with dense Rydberg assemblies

Internetchemie; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Hamburg invites applications for a Research Associate position focusing on ultracold quantum gases and ultrafast physics. Responsibilities include conducting research, generating ultracold rubidium atoms, and investigating quantum systems. Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in physics, an experimental background in ultracold atoms, and programming skills in Python. The role offers flexible hours, generous vacation, and professional development opportunities.

Leistungen

Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements

Continuing education opportunities

30 days of vacation per annum

Flexible working hours

Health management, EGYM Wellpass

Qualifikationen

• Must have a university degree in a relevant field.
• Strong experimental background in trapping and manipulating ultracold atoms or ions is required.
• Experience in programming with Python is helpful.

Aufgaben

• Conduct cutting-edge research in ultracold quantum gases and ultrafast physics.
• Generate ultracold rubidium atoms using optical tweezer technology.
• Investigate novel quantum systems and fundamental properties of atom-ion hybrid systems.

Kenntnisse

Experimental background in ultracold atoms

Programming with Python

Team player

Good communication skills

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in physics

Jobbeschreibung

Your responsibilities

Duties include academic services in the project named above. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications.

The research associate will have the opportunity to conduct cutting‑edge research at the intersection of ultracold quantum gases and ultrafast physics for investigating novel quantum systems in a joint research project of the groups of Prof. Dr. Markus Drescher and Prof. Dr. Klaus Sengstock.

The project involves generating ultracold rubidium atoms arranged in arbitrary geometries using optical tweezer technology for designing new functional quantum systems. As a unique tool, ultrafast laser pulses are used to excite atoms into high‑lying Rydberg states for quantum simulation or to ionize ultracold atoms for investigating fundamental properties of atom‑ion hybrid systems with applications in quantum technology.

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field.

• a university master’s degree in physics
• a strong experimental background in trapping and manipulating ultracold atoms or ions
• excellent candidates have an additional background in either ultrafast physics, optical tweezer technology, or in charged particle analysis, particularly in combination with velocity-map-imaging spectrometers or ion microscopes
• experience in programming with Python is helpful
• self-motivated and team player with good communication skills

We offer

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum

Universität Hamburg – University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle "Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age" drives collaboration with academic and non-academic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

Equity

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)

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