Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job Title

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Institute For Quantum Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment    

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

   

Who We Are

The Department of Physics and Astronomy is home to internationally leading research in applied physics, astronomy, atomic physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics, high energy physics, nuclear physics, and related areas. We offer our students a variety of graduate and undergraduate degree options.  Many more students from all disciplines receive basic training in sciences in our state-of-art teaching facilities.  Our department is committed to giving back to society through our extensive outreach program.  

What We Want

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for work on experiments in quantum optics. The selected candidate will work on laser science such as: high power excimer lasers with applications to nonlinear optics, SRS microscopy for biological applications, and use of quantum light sources in sensing and imaging. This position will also be required to supervise, train, and mentor graduate students. If the description sounds exciting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity to join our team.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• PhD in Physics or related field

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience in Quantum informatics, Quantum heat engine, Quantum thermodynamics, and Quantum mechanics

• Experience in writing scientific papers as demonstrated by publications in peer reviewed journals

• Knowledge of scientific programming language(s), computer simulation, quantum computing algorithms

Responsibilities:

• Research: Responsible for work and research on experiments in quantum optics. Work on laser science such as: high power excimer lasers with applications to nonlinear optics, SRS microscopy for biological applications, and use of quantum light sources in sensing and imaging. Required to supervise, train, and mentor graduate students.

• Research: Conferences, Publications, etc.: Write scientific papers, participate in conferences, prepare PowerPoint presentations/slides, make calculations, and related analysis as instructed.

• Assist Visitors: Assist in hosting Institute visitors and assist in making IQSE sponsored activities successful, as well as performing other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.