Quantum Device Postdoc: Nanofabrication & Circuits

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in the group of Professor Sergey Frolov, focusing on quantum devices and circuits. The successful candidate will design, fabricate, and measure semiconductor nanowire–superconductor quantum circuits, analyze data, and contribute to grant writing and publications.

Start date by January 1, 2027; PhD required; cryogenics and microwave tech experience preferred.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or related disciplines is required.
• Experience with cryogenics, microwave technology, nanolithography is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, nanofabrication, characterization and measurements of semiconductor nanowire–superconductor quantum circuits.
• Data analysis and interpretation of experimental results.
• Contribute to grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Present findings at conferences and ensure safety compliance.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Skills

Cryogenics

Microwave technology

Nanolithography

Education

PhD in Physics or related disciplines

Job description

The University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a postdoctoral research position in the group of Professor Sergey Frolov, focusing on quantum devices and circuits. The successful candidate will design, fabricate, and measure semiconductor nanowire–superconductor quantum circuits, analyze data, and contribute to grant writing and publications.

Start date by January 1, 2027; PhD required; cryogenics and microwave tech experience preferred.