PhD: Quantum Torsional Resonators for Gravity-Quantum Tests

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on health insurance

Monthly work costs contribution

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a PhD candidate role in the SteeleLab, Quantum Nanoscience Department, Delft. You will design and fabricate nanomechanical resonators, and measure quantum states by coupling them to superconducting qubits to test quantum gravity effects in macroscopic objects.

You will work in the Kavli Nanolab, collaborate with international teams, and pursue a 4‑year funded PhD with a competitive compensation package and relocation support.

Qualifications

• MSc degree in physics.
• 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.
• Couple resonators to superconducting circuits to explore quantum behaviour of heavy objects.
• Develop skills in nanofabrication, quantum measurements, and control with superconducting qubits.

Education

MSc in Physics

MSc in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a PhD candidate role in the SteeleLab, Quantum Nanoscience Department, Delft. You will design and fabricate nanomechanical resonators, and measure quantum states by coupling them to superconducting qubits to test quantum gravity effects in macroscopic objects.

You will work in the Kavli Nanolab, collaborate with international teams, and pursue a 4‑year funded PhD with a competitive compensation package and relocation support.