Postdoctoral Position in Optically Addressable Molecular Spin Qubits

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to develop single-spin entanglement capabilities in molecular systems. This role involves deploying advanced spin-optical measurements to study coordination complexes and enhance quantum sensing applications. The successful candidate will engage in a collaborative project with opportunities for significant autonomy, learning, and potential travel. Applications from under-represented groups in STEM are particularly encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience in optical/microwave spin manipulation.
• Strong background in chemistry relevant to molecular systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop single-spin entanglement capabilities in molecular systems.
• Deploy advanced spin-optical measurements.
• Play a leading role in a collaborative project.

Skills

Optically addressable spin qubits

Pulsed optically detected magnetic resonance

Resonant-laser spectroscopy

Advanced experimental techniques

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

Overview.

We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher to develop single‑spin entanglement capabilities in molecular systems. By developing novel optical interfaces to spins in co‑ordination complexes, you will realise optically addressable molecular spin qubits with unprecedented capabilities, opening up bottom‑up control of single‑qubit entanglement.

Background.

This position is part of a collaborative project with the groups of Sam Bayliss at the University of Glasgow and David Awschalom, Danna Freedman, and Giulia Galli at the University of Chicago and MIT. We have demonstrated optically addressable spin qubits in molecules as a powerful platform for combining optical/microwave spin manipulation with the atomistic control afforded by chemistry [e.g., Science, 370, 1309 (2020); Phys. Rev. X 12, 031028 (2022); Phys. Rev. Lett. 133, 120801 (2024); JACS 147, 22911 (2025)], with exciting potential for entanglement generation and quantum sensing.

The role.

You will deploy advanced spin‑optical measurements (e.g., pulsed optically detected magnetic resonance, resonant‑laser spectroscopy) to measure co‑ordination complexes, and develop methods for single‑qubit entanglement. You will play a leading role in this collaborative project, with opportunities to travel to the USA; have access to state‑of‑the‑art experimental capabilities; and have significant autonomy and opportunities for learning.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from historically under‑represented groups in STEM research, and are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and flexible working environment in all our activities.

Please contact

Dr. Sam Bayliss ([e-mail]) to discuss further.

For more information and to apply online:

https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-associate-in-optically-addressable-molecular-spin-qubits

Location.

Quantum Optospintronics Group, Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow, UK.

Closing date:

5th January 2026