Researcher position in quantum physics and quantum technology - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The research at the division of Solid State Physics is focused around different aspects of semiconductor physics, ranging from materials science to quantum physics, to different applications. The division also leads NanoLund, the major interdisciplinary research environment within nanoscience and nanotechnology at Lund University. Lund Nano Lab is a central key facility for fabrication of material and devices on the nanoscale. The division is also heavily involved in the undergraduate education, especially within the “Engineering Nanoscience” program.

In the last decade, our research within the area of one-dimensional semiconductor structures, so called nanowires, has been at the international forefront. So far, our three main areas have been epitaxial growth of nanowires, fundamental properties studied with transport physics and optical physics, and more applied nanoelectronics. More information is found at www.ftf.lth.se and www.nano.lu.se

Subject description
In the second quantum revolution, now unfolding worldwide, quantum mechanical superposition and entanglement are being created, characterized and controlled with unprecedented precision in a wide variety of physical systems. This development has deepened our understanding of the physical laws governing the microscopic world and provided a broader framework for technology, with fundamentally new capabilities. The defining aim of quantum technology is to harness superposition and entanglement for radical improvements, in terms of capacity, sensitivity and speed, of applications in a broad range of areas such as information processing, material science and electronics.

Work duties
The main duty is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position shall include the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The researcher is expected to interact with the master students and the PhD students in the research group and contribute to meetings and seminars.

More specifically the work duties include:

• Fabrication of resonator – quantum dot devices.
• Low temperature measurements.
• Analysis of the measurement data in collaboration with theoretical physicists.

Qualification requirements
Applicants must have:

• A PhD in experimental physics or nanofabrication.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Significant experience in nanofabrication.
• Experience on experimental work with quantum dots.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

• Experience in the fabrication of devices with quantum dots integrated with superconducting resonators.
• Experience on circuit quantum electrodynamics experiments at low temperatures.
• Good ability to collaborate with several research team constellations.

Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment
Fixed-term employment, 12 months, 100 %.

We have full understanding for current restrictions regarding moving and travel and the starting date will be set according to agreement

Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV.
• a general description of past experience in research and development, in particular in areas close to the subject area.
• contact information of at least two references.
• copy of degree certificates and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.