Postdoctoral position in experimental quantum optics

14 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

CNRS - University of Lille

Department

Dynamics of complex systems

Research Field

Physics » Optics
Physics » Quantum mechanics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

France

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

35

Offer Starting Date

1 Apr 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020

Reference Number

HE_PM_CL4_QuantERA_Call 2023_MOLAR

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The coupling of one or several quantum emitters to the collective optical modes of a photonic lattice opens up new opportunities to engineer exotic sources of quantum light, and to develop novel types of quantum simulators with long range interactions.

The main goal of the post-doc project is to develop one of the first experimental systems for lattice quantum electrodynamics using solid-state quantum emitters in the near infrared. The project implies fabricating an open cavity system with embedded nanocrystals, each with a single quantum emitter. The open cavity is made of two mirrors brought in close proximity (about 1 micron apart) with the use of dedicated piezo actuators. One of the mirrors will be etched using focus ion beam technology to engineer lattices of hemispheric cavities, which define a photonic lattice. The coupling of the quantum emitters to the photonic lattice modes is expected to result in the emergence of non-classical states of light with spread entanglement. We plan to study the appearance of long range interactions between quantum emitters mediated by the lattice photonic modes. These results will set the basis to realize quantum simulation experiments.

The group of Alberto Amo is established at the joint CNRS-Univeristy of Lille laboratory PhLAM at the campus of Cité Scientifique near Lille. More information about the group: http://photonlattices.eu/

 

Tasks

• Set up of the open cavity system
• Implementation of a quantum optics experiment to measure single photon emission and photon correlations
• Use of a time resolved set-up to characterise the photon emission
• Writting manuscripts
• Coordination of laboratory work with undergrad students

 

Your profile

• PhD in experimental optics
• Experience in quantum optics experiments
• Notions of solid state physics
• Experience in writting scientific articles

 

How to apply

We look forward to receiving your online application. Please submit the following.

• A cover letter stating your motivation for this position and your experience in quantum optics or related subjects
• A CV including publications and presentations
• References (optional) as PDF files

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal: https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR8523-ALBAMO-009/Default.aspx?lang=EN

 

Questions regarding the position should be directed by email to Alberto Amo ([email protected] ). Selection will start immediately, so early submissions are strongly encouraged.

Requirements

Research Field

Physics » Optics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Laboratory PhLAM - CNRS - University of Lille

Country

France

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://emploi.cnrs.fr/Offres/CDD/UMR8523-ALBAMO-009/Default.aspx?lang=EN

Contact

City

Villeneuve d’Ascq cedex

Website

http://photonlattices.eu/

Street

Bâtiment P5, campus Cité Scientifique 2 Avenue Jean Perrin

Postal Code

59655

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED