Research Assistant/associate in Quantum Photonics - Cambridge, United Kingdom - University of Cambridge

University of Cambridge

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

A position exists, for a Research Assistant/Associate in the Department of Engineering, to work on aperiodic quantum photonic devices.

The Research Assistant/Associate will join the Integrated Quantum Photonics group, based in the Nanoscience Centre at the University of Cambridge, a newly founded research group that works on simulation, nanofabrication and optical characterisation of nano
- and quantum photonic devices, integrating quantum light emitters.

The key responsibilities and duties are:

Carry out research in aperiodic photonic devices
Build optical setups for spectroscopical characterisation and quantum optics experiments
Acquire and analyse data
Simulate aperiodic photonic devices
Nanofabricate photonic devices
Write scientific manuscripts and conference contributions

Help with Master/PhD student supervision

The skills, qualifications and experience required to perform the role are: Education & qualifications:
Applicants should have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering or related areas.

Specialist knowledge & skills:

Quantum photonics, quantum optics, nanophotonics, quantum dot and quantum well spectroscopy, nanofabrication, Finite-Difference Time-Domain simulations.

Interpersonal & communication skills:

Very good interpersonal and communications skills, including writing scientific manuscripts and delivery of oral presentations.

Relevant experience:

Experience in spectroscopy and quantum optics is highly desirable.
Experience in simulations and nanofabrication are desirable but not essential.

Funding is secured for 24 months. The initial contract will be for 12 months and should be extended, pending satisfactory performances.

Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD.

Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded.

Salary Ranges:

Research Assistant:
£29,605 - £33,966

Research Associate:
£36,024 - £44,263

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

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