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Post Doc Research Fellow
Salary/Position Classification
- $48,000 , dependent on experience contract, Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- 100% Remote Work Availability: No
- Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No
Purpose of Position
The Department of Physics and Astrophysics is seeking a 12-month, post-doctoral research fellow to conduct research in experimental quantum optics. The initial appointment will be for one year and is full-time and benefitted, with potential for renewal for a second year, pending annual review of performance and continued availability of funding.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design, assemble and perform quantum optics experiments with heralded single photons.
- Characterize and maintain lasers, optical detectors and other laboratory equipment.
- Implement models of photon propagation and non-linear optics using python.
- Analyze results with PI and draft manuscripts for publication and proposals for external grants.
- Present research at conferences.
- Mentor junior team members.
Required Competencies
- Familiarity with optical benchtop experiments, laser systems, and optical detectors
- Excellent technical writing skills
- Desire to solidify a research career in optics and establish and independent research
direction
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in experimental quantum optics or related field
- Demonstrated evidence of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Have research experience in at least one of the following topics (1) photon pair sources,
(2) quantum key distribution, (3) non-linear frequency conversion, (4) fiber optics, (5)
interferometry, (6) free-space optical communication - Research background in optics
- Programming experience (python preferred, Fortran, LabView)
- Experience with hardware control, hardware programming
- Experience with CAD (Inventor, Solidworks), fabrication
To Apply
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by 03/15/2025 and include the following materials:
- Submit the name and contact information for 1 reference (ideally PhD advisor)
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit
official transcripts upon hire.
Position is open until filled.
Questions can be directed to Markus Allgaier at markus.allgaier@und.edu
Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, sick leave in addition to paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.
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Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.
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Salary : $48,000
