Postdoc in Experimental Quantum Optics & Sensing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Experimental Physics at Indiana University Bloomington. This exciting position includes designing and optimizing experiments related to light states and involves hands-on work with lasers and optics.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a strong publication record. A competitive salary of $52–59K per year is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package. Start date is expected in Spring 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field at the time of appointment.
• Track record of published scientific research.
• Strong hands-on experience with lasers and optics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental design and optimization of entangled/squeezed states of light.
• Build and set up application endstations for imaging and spectroscopy.
• Work collaboratively with team members and under the direction of Prof. Chen-Ting Liao.

Skills

Scientific research with peer-reviewed publications

Excellent written and spoken English communication skills

High degree of independence

Collaborative team environment

Hands-on experience with lasers and optics

Data analysis using Matlab and Python

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Quantum Information Science, Optics, or Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Experimental Physics at Indiana University Bloomington. This exciting position includes designing and optimizing experiments related to light states and involves hands-on work with lasers and optics.

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a strong publication record. A competitive salary of $52–59K per year is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package. Start date is expected in Spring 2026.