Postdoc: Quantum Magnetometers & Solid-State Sensors (SiC/NV)

ORAU; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research facility in Pasadena seeks a postdoctoral fellow to advance NASA's quantum sensing efforts. Responsibilities include maturing magnetometer systems and collaborating with the science community. A PhD in physics or related fields, along with experience in optics and quantum technologies, is required. The position offers mentorship opportunities and involvement in professional development events.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics or closely related discipline with emphasis on experimental optics, magnetic resonance, and/or integrated photonics.
• Experience in operating VIS/NIR laser systems; confocal microscopy is a plus.
• Familiarity with wide-bandgap semiconductors such as silicon carbide or diamond NV-centers.

Responsibilities

• Mature existing optically pumped benchtop magnetometer system.
• Collaborate with the science community on mission design and performance assessment of quantum magnetometers.
• Mentor graduate students and/or summer students in magnetometer development.

Skills

Experimental optics

Magnetic resonance

Integrated photonics

Programming in LabView, Matlab, Python

Data analysis/visualization tools

Education

PhD in physics or closely related discipline

Tools

Electron paramagnetic spectrometers

VIS/NIR laser systems

Confocal microscopy

Job description

A leading research facility in Pasadena seeks a postdoctoral fellow to advance NASA's quantum sensing efforts. Responsibilities include maturing magnetometer systems and collaborating with the science community. A PhD in physics or related fields, along with experience in optics and quantum technologies, is required. The position offers mentorship opportunities and involvement in professional development events.