Experimental Atomic Physicist - Optical Clocks & Time

Computational Physics Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Computational Physics Inc. is seeking an Experimental Atomic Physicist to support atomic clock development at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. The candidate will work on high-uptime optical clocks and collaborate with U.S. government scientists.

Qualifications include a PhD in Experimental Atomic Physics, six years of experience, and skills in Python and optics. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of experimental physics experience.
• Familiarity with feedback control theory and electronics.
• Hands-on experience with python-based experimental control.

Responsibilities

• Support next-generation atomic clock development at USNO.
• Work with the Clock Development division on optical lattice clocks.
• Provide periodic updates to the Clock Development Division Chief.

Skills

Data analysis using Python

Familiarity with lasers

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

PhD in Experimental Atomic Physics or similar field

Tools

Optical frequency combs

Diode lasers

Job description

Computational Physics Inc. is seeking an Experimental Atomic Physicist to support atomic clock development at the U.S. Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. The candidate will work on high-uptime optical clocks and collaborate with U.S. government scientists.

Qualifications include a PhD in Experimental Atomic Physics, six years of experience, and skills in Python and optics. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. Relocation assistance is available.