In the Quantum Logic Spectroscopy research group, we work on precision spectroscopy of trapped and laser-cooled atomic ions. To this end, we develop quantum computer-inspired techniques for the coherent manipulation of ions and their spectroscopy for applications such as high-precision optical atomic clocks.
Your tasks will include:
- Enhancing the Ca+-based multi-ion experiment to attain uncertainty values so far unequalled
- Implementing and evaluating multi-ion manipulation, detection and cooling techniques
- Developing and implementing quantum algorithms for ion entanglement to improve the statistical uncertainty
- Enhancing dynamic decoupling algorithms to suppress environmental effects
- Developing methods for correlated clock retrieval in close collaboration with the Al+ quantum logic clock
- Presenting the scientific results at international conferences
- Participating in international projects such as the TSCAC EU project and the DQ-mat Collaborative Research Center (CRC)
We offer:
- A position at one of the world’s leading research institutions which has an excellent infrastructure
- Excellent national and international connections
- Intensive PhD supervision in an interdisciplinary team as well as practical training in modern experimental technologies of laser and quantum physics and frequency metrology
- Research leave abroad via our wide-ranging network
- Remuneration in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for the public service (Tarifvertrag öffentlicher Dienst Bund
– TVöD for the federal level)
- For PhD students, remuneration is based on salery group E13, (85%)
- Good transport connections (bus and bike); free parking
- In-house daycare center and canteen
Your profile:
- You have completed your university studies in physics (master’s degree/German Diplom) with a very good degree.
- You are interested in developing and performing high-precision experiments.
- You have a high level of commitment, an ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn.
- You are a strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- You have a very good command of spoken and written English.
- Having a good knowledge of atomic physics, quantum optics, laser cooling, laser spectroscopy, or related fields is an advantage.
- You are willing to travel within Germany and abroad within the scope of your assignment.
- You must have the physical ability to work in a laboratory and perform experiments at external sites.
How to apply
If you have questions please contact Prof. Dr. Piet O. Schmidt or Dr. Lennart Pelzer. For applications please use the provided application form
QUEST-Institute (PTB)
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38114 Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, Deutschland
Quantum Engineer (m/f/x) for Optical Clocks (Postdoc or PhD)
In the Quantum Logic Spectroscopy research group, we work on precision spectroscopy of trapped and laser-cooled atomic ions. To this end, we develop quantum computer-inspired techniques for the coherent manipulation of ions and their spectroscopy for applications such as high-precision optical atomic clocks.
Your tasks will include:
- Enhancing the Ca+-based multi-ion experiment to attain uncertainty values so far unequalled
- Implementing and evaluating multi-ion manipulation, detection and cooling techniques
- Developing and implementing quantum algorithms for ion entanglement to improve the statistical uncertainty
- Enhancing dynamic decoupling algorithms to suppress environmental effects
- Developing methods for correlated clock retrieval in close collaboration with the Al+ quantum logic clock
- Presenting the scientific results at international conferences
- Participating in international projects such as the TSCAC EU project and the DQ-mat Collaborative Research Center (CRC)
We offer:
- A position at one of the world’s leading research institutions which has an excellent infrastructure
- Excellent national and international connections
- Intensive PhD supervision in an interdisciplinary team as well as practical training in modern experimental technologies of laser and quantum physics and frequency metrology
- Research leave abroad via our wide-ranging network
- Remuneration in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement for the public service (Tarifvertrag öffentlicher Dienst Bund
– TVöD for the federal level)
- For PhD students, remuneration is based on salery group E13, (85%)
- Good transport connections (bus and bike); free parking
- In-house daycare center and canteen
Your profile:
- You have completed your university studies in physics (master’s degree/German Diplom) with a very good degree.
- You are interested in developing and performing high-precision experiments.
- You have a high level of commitment, an ability to work independently, and a willingness to learn.
- You are a strong team player with excellent communication skills.
- You have a very good command of spoken and written English.
- Having a good knowledge of atomic physics, quantum optics, laser cooling, laser spectroscopy, or related fields is an advantage.
- You are willing to travel within Germany and abroad within the scope of your assignment.
- You must have the physical ability to work in a laboratory and perform experiments at external sites.