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.

If you have questions please contact Prof. Dr. Piet O. Schmidt or Dr. Lennart Pelzer. For applications please use the provided application form