Researcher in experimental quantum physics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Subject description

The research at the division of Solid State Physics is focused around different aspects of nanophysics, ranging from materials science to biophysics, to different applications. The division plays a major role in NanoLund, the major interdisciplinary research environment within nanoscience and nanotechnology at Lund University, and it hosts Lund Nano Lab, which 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.

The main research topic of the position is studies of quantum mechanical phenomena that emerge in small semiconductor structures at low temperatures. The focus will be on studies of electron and hole transport in coupled quantum dots (artificial molecules) and nanowires, developed through collaborations in the project. Here we wish to explore the physics of quasiparticles that appear when very well defined molecular states couple to superconducting materials. The project primarily involves basic/fundamental research, but has strong ties to future concepts for quantum computing and quantum technologies.

More information can be found here: www.ftf.lth.se  and www.nano.lu.se/claes.thelander

Work duties

As a researcher, your duties mainly involve conducting research. You are expected to conduct experimental research on quantum transport, with a goal of expanding the knowledge in this field

The researcher position is part of a larger project with a purpose to develop and study new types of semiconductor materials and structures based on atomic-level design of nanostructures in all three dimensions. Here, you will work with other researchers who develop the underlying structures, where your role will be to investigate the electronic properties through transport measurements at low temperatures. You are expected to participate in the planning and development of new structures and experiments in close collaboration with experts in semiconductor epitaxy and quantum transport theory. Furthermore, you are expected to interact with the master students and the PhD students in the research group and contribute to meetings and seminars.

Qualification requirements

Applicants must have:

• A PhD or equivalent research qualification within, or relevant to, the subject of the position.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
• Significant experience in nanofabrication.
• Experience in electrical (transport) measurements at low temperatures based on nanostructures.

Assessment criteria and other qualifications

• Experience from a post-doc position with relevance to this position.
• Experience in the fabrication of devices based on single nanowire structures.
• Experience in transport measurements on systems composed of quantum dots, ideally also coupled to superconductors.

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

The position is limited to a maximum of 1 year during the period of 2022-03-01 to 2023-02-28, and is a full-time position.

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English and be compiled into a PDF-file containing:

• résumé/CV, including a list of publications,
• a general description of past research and future research interests (no more than three pages),
• contact information of at least two references,
• copy of the doctoral degree certificate, and other certificates/grades that you wish to be considered.