Postdoctoral Researcher — Experimental Quantum Sensing

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chand Lab in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University at Buffalo invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Experimental Quantum Science and Quantum Sensing. We focus on scalable, multiplexed quantum-sensing platforms using solid-state spin qubits, especially NV centers in diamond.

The successful candidate will design and operate advanced optical and quantum-sensing experiments, develop multiplexed control, integrate laser and microwave systems, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Engineering, Materials Science, or closely related field.
• In-depth experimental research experience and ability to design and run laboratory experiments.
• Experience with lab instrumentation, data acquisition, and quantitative data analysis.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, construction, and operation of advanced optical and quantum-sensing experiments.
• Development of multiplexed NV-center measurement and control techniques.
• Integration of laser, microwave, RF, imaging, timing, and experimental-control systems.
• Development of ODMR, spin control, coherence, dynamical decoupling, and related protocols.
• Software development for experimental automation, data acquisition, and analysis.

Skills

Experimental research experience

Laboratory instrumentation

Data analysis

Independent troubleshooting

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Engineering, Materials Science, or closely related field

Tools

ODMR

ESR/EPR

EMCCD

sCMOS

Laser systems

Job description

The Chand Lab in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University at Buffalo invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Experimental Quantum Science and Quantum Sensing. We focus on scalable, multiplexed quantum-sensing platforms using solid-state spin qubits, especially NV centers in diamond.

The successful candidate will design and operate advanced optical and quantum-sensing experiments, develop multiplexed control, integrate laser and microwave systems, and