Quantum Diamond Materials Scientist

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) in Princeton, NJ, seeks a candidate to support the Quantum Diamond Laboratory. The role involves growing high-purity single-crystal diamond via CVD, fabricating quantum and photonic devices, and collaborating with teams across materials science, quantum physics, and engineering.

Responsibilities include preparing publications, maintaining equipment, and upholding safety procedures in a rigorous research environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a physical, chemical, or materials science field.
• Ability to follow procedures, document outcomes, and communicate results in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing experiments for growth of high-purity single-crystal diamond via CVD, with controlled defect incorporation and dopants for quantum applications.
• Fabricate diamond-based quantum and photonic devices, including surface processing, patterning, and integration of microwave/optical structures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across materials science, quantum physics, and device engineering.
• Prepare and publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow safety protocols to ensure a safe research environment.

Skills

CVD growth

Nanofabrication

Quantum devices

Photonic structures

Microelectronic devices

Raman spectroscopy

Photoluminescence

SEM

AFM

EPR

TEM

XPS

XRD

Plasma physics

Quantum information

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Cleanroom protocols

Lab safety practices

Job description

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) in Princeton, NJ, seeks a candidate to support the Quantum Diamond Laboratory. The role involves growing high-purity single-crystal diamond via CVD, fabricating quantum and photonic devices, and collaborating with teams across materials science, quantum physics, and engineering.

Responsibilities include preparing publications, maintaining equipment, and upholding safety procedures in a rigorous research environment.