PhD: Quantum Torsional Resonators

Delft University of Technology; Delft; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Delft University of Technology invites applications for a PhD position focused on Quantum Torsional Resonators. The project aims to create superpositions of massive objects with a superconducting qubit to test whether gravity is quantum.

You will design, fabricate, and measure nanomechanical resonators coupled to superconducting circuits at the Kavli Nanolab, contributing to the SteeleLab in Delft's Quantum Nanoscience Department.

Qualifications

• An MSc degree in physics
• An MSc degree in electrical or mechanical engineering could also be suitable if strongly motivated by experience with quantum mechanics or nanomechanics

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and measure nanomechanical resonators coupled to superconducting circuits.
• Explore quantum control of heavy objects via a superconducting qubit to build quantum superpositions of unprecedented size.
• Develop skills to become an expert in complex nanofabrication as well as quantum measurements and control with superconducting quantum bits.
• Collaborate with local and international colleagues in experimental and theoretical fields to enable world-leading research.

Education

MSc in physics

MSc in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

Delft University of Technology invites applications for a PhD position focused on Quantum Torsional Resonators. The project aims to create superpositions of massive objects with a superconducting qubit to test whether gravity is quantum.

You will design, fabricate, and measure nanomechanical resonators coupled to superconducting circuits at the Kavli Nanolab, contributing to the SteeleLab in Delft's Quantum Nanoscience Department.