stillingsbetegnelse:
Postdoc position in Experimental Solid State Quantum Optics

jobbeskrivelse:
DTU Physics is seeking a postdoc for 2 years to work on a recently initiated project on solid state quantum optics, where we aim to control the optical transition of a solid state emitter using metallic nano-structures. The project will be hosted in the section for Quantum Physics and Information Technology (QPIT) at DTU Physics and is carried out in collaboration with partners from Ulm University/Germany, Humboldt University Berlin/Germany, Leipzig University/Germany and Harvard University. In QPIT we conduct widely recognized research within a range of diverse topics such as continuous-variable quantum information processing, quantum enhanced sensing, and engineering of solid state quantum systems. Project description In plasmonics the extreme confinement of electromagnetic modes supported by metallic nano-structures allows to enhance the spontaneous emission rate of a single dipole emitter placed in the close vicinity of the metal (see e.g. Phys. Rev. Lett. 97, 053002 (2006) for a theoretical description of the approach). We will experimentally explore this effect using a radically new configuration with the ultimate goal to increase the collection efficiency of photons from a single colour defect in diamond, the nitrogen vacancy center (see e.g. Phys. Rev. Lett. 106, 096801 (2011) and Nano Lett. 13, 1221 (2013) for our recent experimental approach). The aim of the present postdoc project is to perform low-temperature characterization of an optimized solid state quantum system for extremely strong light-matter coupling. The nano-system will comprise an optimized plasmonics nano-circuit and a tailor-designed diamond crystal. Such a system will empower the capabilities of quantum electro-dynamics from single photon generation to the coherent control of propagating single photons. This will have profound uses in quantum information science and will impact fundamental physics. Responsibilities and tasks The successful candidates will be part of a team dedicated to the design and development of solid state platforms for quantum information processing and sensing. Some of the tasks involved are •experimental planning, design, and implementation •development of electronics in close collaboration with our electronic engineer •theoretical and numerical simulation and analysis •programming of experimental control software A limited amount of supervision of student projects will also be expected. Qualifications The postdoc candidate should have a PhD or equivalent degree in physics or engineering. He or she should be motivated and dedicated to carry out research of highest standards. A strong background in experimental quantum optics and/or nano-optics is required, including experience with one or more of the methods involved in the project, such as •confocal microscopy, also at cryogenic temperatures •single photon counting and spectroscopy •atomic force microscopy •Python and/or Labview programming We offer QPIT's vision is to understand, engineer and control complex quantum systems of light and matter, and to exploit these systems for quantum information processing and quantum metrology. We are a medium-sized, highly international research group of students and staff with diverse backgrounds. We have a friendly and dynamic research environment with close, daily interaction among all group members and strong collaborations with many academic and industrial partners. Technical support is excellent with electronics and process engineers embedded in the section and a large capacity, skilled mechanical workshop at the Department. We are situated just north of Copenhagen at the Lyngby campus of DTU, one of the leading technical universities of Northern Europe, where we enjoy newly renovated office and lab space. Salary and terms of employment The appointments will be based on the collective agreement with the Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union. The employment o

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Undervisning og forskning på universiteter og højere læreranstalter

land: Danmark

region: Hovedstaden

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Kilde til jobtilbud: AMS, Offentlige arbejdsformidlinger, Danmark