Research Assistant/Associate in Quantum Photonics (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Assistant/Associate will join the Integrated Quantum Photonics group in the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge, focusing on simulation, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of nano- and quantum photonic devices.

The role involves design and fabrication of photonic devices, time-resolved spectroscopy and quantum optical techniques, with work conducted at cryogenic temperatures. Initial appointment is for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Quantum photonics, quantum optics, nano-photonics, nanofabrication, FDTD simulations, spectroscopy of quantum dots.
• Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to write scientific manuscripts and deliver oral presentations.
• Experience in spectroscopy and quantum optics is highly desirable; simulations and nanofabrication are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, nanofabricate and optically characterise photonic devices.
• Conduct time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy and quantum optics experiments.
• Operate equipment down to cryogenic temperatures.
• Collaborate with colleagues and present results to the group.

Skills

Quantum photonics

Quantum optics

Nano-photonics

Nanofabrication

FDTD simulations

Spectroscopy of quantum dots

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or related

Job description

The Research Assistant/Associate will join the Integrated Quantum Photonics group, based in the Department of Engineering at the University of Cambridge, a research group that works on simulation, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of nano- and quantum photonic devices, integrating quantum light emitters.

The researcher will work on the design, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of photonic devices via time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy and quantum optic techniques, down to cryogenic temperatures.

Education and qualifications:

Applicants should have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or related areas.

Specialist knowledge and skills:

• Quantum photonics, quantum optics, nano-photonics, nanofabrication, Finite-Difference Time-Domain simulations, spectroscopy of quantum dots
• 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

Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded.

The initial appointment will be for one year.

Salary Ranges: Research Assistant: £33,002 to £35,608 Research Associate: £37,694 - £46,049

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Dr Luca Sapienza ([e-mail]) for queries of a technical nature related to the role. For queries on the application process, please contact: Sue Murkett: Electrical Engineering Divisional Administrator email: [e-mail] (Tel + 44 1223 760304).

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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