Role Description

The Quantum Photonics Laboratory at Heriot-Watt University seeks a talented and motivated scientist to develop a new line of research on integrated platforms for novel quantum devices using RARE EARTH DOPED CRYSTALS FOR PHOTONIC QUANTUM MEMORY APPLICATIONS.
Significant goals include
- the characterization of the optical/spin properties of different crystals,
- manipulation and optimization of their electronic and spin coherence through complex optical and MW sequences,
- implementation of quantum memory protocols in both bulk crystals and waveguide structures,
- integration of MW circuits.
The project is expected to lead to high impact scientific publications and to technological developments related to integrated quantum photonic devices for quantum communication and computation.
The work will be conducted in the framework of a recently funded EPSRC grant involving world-leading partners working on waveguide fabrication and electrical engineering. It will be carried out under the supervision of Prof Margherita Mazzera, who is principal investigator of the funded project.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- A PhD in PHYSICS, ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING, or related subjects. Candidates must have submitted their doctoral thesis before starting in post.
- The ideal candidate will have a STRONG EXPERIMENTAL BACKGROUND in one or more of the following fields: solid-state or atomic physics, quantum photonics, and quantum information science.
- A record of high-quality publications, as appropriate for the stage in career, in the above-mentioned fields.
- Commitment to adopting principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

- Previous experience with one or more of the following:
- Vacuum and cryogenics technology
- Optical and/or radio-frequency technology
- Control and measurement of quantum systems
- Programming for data acquisition and analysis
- Experience in leading the writing of scientific papers.
- Evidence of ability, subject to opportunity, to guide other researchers, e.g. PhD students and undergraduate project students.
- Capability to be self-directed and think innovatively.

The application requires a CV and a cover letter explaining the motivation/interest in this project to be submitted through the university portal (link below). Candidates are invited to specifically highlight in their applications how they fulfil the essential criteria for the post, listed above.

We especially encourage applications from women and other underrepresented groups in Physics.

More information about the group and the hosting research institute, and the key duties and responsibilities associated to the post, along with instructions on how to apply, can be found at
https://enzj.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/C...

For enquiries, please contact Prof Margherita Mazzera (m.mazzera@hw.ac.uk).