Quantum Optics and Quantum Sensing - Postdoctoral Appointee (Onsite)
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
About SandiaSandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier
science and engineering lab for national security and technology
innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work
in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our
jobs:Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to
security, peace, and freedom worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome
of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the
worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible work
arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every
two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour
days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and
telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)Generous
vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k,
learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed
at creating a solid work/life balance*World-changing technologies.
Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at:
http://www.sandia.gov*These benefits vary by job
classification.What Your Job Will Be LikeWe are seeking a
postdoctoral appointee to join our quantum optics and quantum
sensing group at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnology (CINT) at
Sandia National Laboratories (New Mexico). The focus of this group
is discovering and utilizing solid state defect centers in wide
bandgap semiconductors for quantum information and quantum sensing.
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong
background in experimental optics, quantum information, and/or
condensed matter physics. All equipment/resources are provided
within our center.You will be working closely a team of staff,
postdoc, graduate students and technologists who are experts in ion
nano-implantation, quantum information sciences, single photon
emitters, and nitrogen-vacancy magnetometry. You will engage in
original research in many areas of solid-state defect center
discovery and utilization, including new capability demonstration.
A Ph.D. in physics, materials science, chemistry or a related field
is required.Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant
must be able to work onsite.Qualifications We RequirePhD, conferred
within 5 years prior to employment, in Physics, Electrical
Engineering, Optical Sciences, Quantum Information, or related
disciplineProven communication skills as evidenced by a record of
publication of results in peer-reviewed journals and external
presentations at scientific conferencesExperience will include
experimental research and hands on laboratory experienceAbility to
obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearanceQualifications We
DesireWell-developed skills in one or more of the following areas
are desired:Experimental background in a field related to quantum
information.Experience with optical techniques for pump-probe
photoluminescence experimentsExperience with microwave or radio
frequency magnetic resonance techniques.Experience with
nitrogen-vacancy atomic force microscopy.Experience in working on
multiple projects simultaneously.High motivation to write
manuscripts and present at conferences.Programming/software
experience with Python, Mathematica, Matlab, and/or LabView.About
Our TeamOur department supports the Center for Integrated
Nanotechnology (CINT). CINT is a Department of Energy/Office of
Science Nanoscale Science Research Center operating as a national
user facility devoted to establishing the scientific principles
that govern the design, performance, and integration of nanoscale
materials. Through its core facility in Albuquerque and gateway
facility in Los Alamos, CINT provides users from academia,
industry, and government labs open access to the tools and
expertise needed to explore the continuum from scientific discovery
to the integration of nanostructures into the micro- and macro
world. CINT is an equal partnership between Sandia National
Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory.Posting
DurationThis posting will be open for application submissions for a
minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'.
Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any
time.Security ClearanceSandia is required by DOE to conduct a
pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks
of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and
employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need
to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance,
which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one
citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability
to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.Applicants offered
employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background
investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified
information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE
security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use,
falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct
or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to
be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to
perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of
employment.EEOAll qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or
veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal
law.NNSA Requirements for MedPEDsIf you have a Medical Portable
Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator,
drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and
other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body
functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia
National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA
security requirements for MedPEDs.If you have a MedPED and you are
selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories,
there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with
NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.Position
InformationThis postdoctoral position is a temporary position for
up to one year, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to
five additional years. The PhD must have been conferred within five
years prior to employment.Individuals in postdoctoral positions may
bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some
cases may be converted to regular career positions during their
term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing
availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.
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