Postdoctoral Researcher - Quantum Device Physics for Rare-Event Searches

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Syracuse University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in quantum device physics for fundamental particle physics and quantum information science.

This role involves designing and fabricating superconducting quantum devices, participating in collaborative research programs at major national labs, and supervising students.

Suitable candidates will hold a recent Ph.D. in a relevant field and demonstrate experience in superconducting devices, cryogenic measurements, or quantum sensing.

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. must be received within the past 5 years.
• Experience in at least one of the listed areas is required.
• Strong interest in fundamental particle physics and quantum device science.
• Ability to work collaboratively is essential.

Aufgaben

• Conceive, design, and conduct experiments on superconducting sensors.
• Perform data analysis and simulations; publish results.
• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students.
• Collaborate with external teams for device fabrication and materials development.
• Participate in joint meetings and occasional travel.

Kenntnisse

Superconducting device physics

Cryogenic measurements

Quantum sensing

Solid-state detectors

RF/microwave systems

Dark matter detection

Neutrino physics

Cosmology

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, or electrical engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Postdoctoral Researcher - Quantum Device Physics for Rare-Event Searches

The Quantum Sensing and Rare-Event Detection Group in the Department of Physics at Syracuse University, led by Prof. Caleb Fink, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the area of quantum device physics for applications in fundamental particle physics and quantum information science (QIS).

The successful candidate will contribute to a new research program focused on the design, fabrication, and characterization of superconducting quantum devices and their integration into dark matter and neutrino detectors. Projects include:

• Development of cavity-coupled Cooper-pair transistor (cCPT)–based charge amplifiers for sub-electron sensitivity in rare-event searches.
• Continued development of SQUAT devices for novel sensing applications (arXiv:2310.01345).
• Collaborative work on SPLENDOR, a modular narrow-gap semiconductor detector platform for light dark matter (arXiv:2507.17782, arXiv:2311.02229).
• Related projects at the interface of quantum sensing, condensed matter physics, and astroparticle physics.

Much of this work will be carried out in close collaboration with Stanford/SLAC and other national laboratory and university partners, providing opportunities for joint projects, travel, and engagement with a broader quantum sensing and particle physics community. The position is also affiliated with the Syracuse Institute for Quantum and Information Science, offering access to a vibrant network of researchers in quantum information science, condensed matter physics, and device engineering.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates must have received their Ph.D. within the past 5 years.
• Experience in at least one of the following areas: superconducting device physics, cryogenic measurements, quantum sensing, solid-state detectors, RF/microwave systems, dark matter detection, neutrino physics, or cosmology.
• Strong interest in both fundamental particle physics applications and quantum device science.
• Ability to work collaboratively across institutions.

Job Specific Qualifications (Preferred, not required)

• Experience with microwave electronics, device modeling, or nanofabrication.

Responsibilities

• Conceive, design, and conduct experiments on superconducting sensors and related devices.
• Perform data analysis and simulations; report and publish results.
• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students in the group.
• Collaborate with external teams at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (device fabrication, RF readout) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (materials development).
• Participate in joint meetings and occasional travel to partner institutions for experimental campaigns.

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