School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Department of Physics and Astronomy
Fixed Term for 24 months with the possibility of an extension of 12 months, full time
Salary range: starting at £30,424 and rising to £33,230 per annum
Closing date for applications: 31 August 2013
Expected start date: 01 October 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter
Description
Applications are invited for a 24 months full-time postdoctoral position in Experimental Quantum Optics at the University of Sussex. Applicants should have obtained a PhD in experimental quantum optics, laser- or atomic physics and be able to demonstrate working knowledge in this field. Experience in the stabilization and frequency locking of lasers is required. The appointment is within the framework of the EPSRC grant “Quantum Networking with Fibre-Coupled Ions” . The successful candidate will work in a team of experienced researchers directed by Dr Matthias Keller.
The goal of the project is to combine two of the most successful techniques in quantum information processing, individually trapped ions and strong-coupling cavity-QED, and use them as tools to set up a distributed quantum network. The principal challenge in the implementation of this scheme is the requirement for miniature-size traps and microscopic optical cavities to provide suitable conditions for a high-fidelity interface between ions and photons. In the project, technologies are developed to demonstrate distributed quantum information processing in a model system. This includes novel ion traps, laser sources and high-finesse optical cavities.
For further information please contact Dr Matthias Keller
Phone: +44 (1273) 877673, email: M.K.Keller@sussex.ac.uk
Please include with your completed application form a CV, at least two references and a list of relevant publications.
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Essential information
Terms and conditions
Research Faculty Terms and Conditions SUMMARY [DOC 36.00KB]
Application
Application form - academic post [DOC 301.50KB]
Application form - academic post [PDF 57.04KB]
Please send completed application form by email to: mpsrecruitment@sussex.ac.uk
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