PhD: Molecular Casimir–Polder & Nanocavity QED

Université Sorbonne Paris Nord (Paris 13); France; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Université Sorbonne Paris Nord in France invites applications for a PhD position funded by MSCA-DN within the SAI group. The project studies Casimir-Polder interactions using molecular gases in silicon nanocells, probing rovibrational transitions and coupling to high-Q silicon nanocavities.

The work spans fabrication of nanocells, precision spectroscopy, and theoretical modeling, with mobility rules under MSCA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Adept with experimental methods in quantum physics and photonics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in laboratory settings.
• Proven ability to work independently and overcome experimental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication of nanocells filled with molecular gases (acetylene or HF).
• Spectroscopic probing of molecular gases in 100 nm gaps and precision Casimir–Polder measurements.
• Theoretical modeling of Casimir–Polder and molecule–surface interactions.
• Coupling acetylene gases with high-Q silicon nanocavities.

Skills

Aptitude for experimental work

Autonomy

Rigor

Academic excellence

Education

Masters degree

Job description

The Université Sorbonne Paris Nord in France invites applications for a PhD position funded by MSCA-DN within the SAI group. The project studies Casimir-Polder interactions using molecular gases in silicon nanocells, probing rovibrational transitions and coupling to high-Q silicon nanocavities.

The work spans fabrication of nanocells, precision spectroscopy, and theoretical modeling, with mobility rules under MSCA guidelines.