Remote AMO Physics Specialist - Atomic Structure & Spectroscopy

YO AI Labs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

YO AI Labs seeks a Physics Expert with AMO specialization for a remote, part-time role. You will analyze atomic-structure calculations, polarizability, and spectroscopy data within a broader quantum physics project, focusing on accurate explanations and rigorous scientific critique.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced physics degree, with hands-on experience in ab initio methods and Yb-specific systems, and can clearly communicate complex concepts verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• AMO physics expertise with knowledge of ab initio CI methods and polarizability calculations.
• Experience evaluating atomic-structure calculations for Yb-171 and Yb-174.
• Ability to discuss σ and π transitions and selection rules.
• Excellent scientific communication and ability to review computational approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert insights into AMO physics, spectroscopy, and optical properties.
• Review ab initio CI methods for calculating atomic polarizability.
• Evaluate atomic-structure calculations for Yb-171 and Yb-174.
• Analyze electronic states, energy levels, and transition properties.
• Explain sigma and pi transitions with orbital symmetry and rules.
• Review scientific reasoning and computational results.

Skills

AMO physics

Ab Initio CI

Polarizability calculations

Atomic-structure calculations

Yb-171 / Yb-174

Quantum mechanical methods

Atomic spectroscopy & selection rules

Sigma vs Pi transitions

Electronic structure & energy levels

Scientific communication

Education

Master's, PhD, or equivalent advanced expertise in Physics

Job description

YO AI Labs seeks a Physics Expert with AMO specialization for a remote, part-time role. You will analyze atomic-structure calculations, polarizability, and spectroscopy data within a broader quantum physics project, focusing on accurate explanations and rigorous scientific critique.

Ideal candidates hold an advanced physics degree, with hands-on experience in ab initio methods and Yb-specific systems, and can clearly communicate complex concepts verbally and in writing.