Postdoctoral Research Associate - Integrated Photonics
Photonics, Quantum Physics and Quantum Technology fixed-term research employment position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
About
Advance quantum integrated photonics within the Quantum Sensing and Computing Group. Develop quantum-sensing concepts and their practical implementation, with particular interest in the design, fabrication and testing of photonic devices and circuits. Applications are made on the employer’s recruitment portal; no closing date is stated. Initial appointment up to 24 months, with extensions dependent on performance and funding.
Topics
- quantum integrated photonics
- Quantum Sensing and Computing Group
- quantum sensing
- photonic devices
- design
- fabrication
- testing
- practical implementation
Requirements
A PhD in physics or a related field completed within the last 5 years
Export control, no clearance: This position requires access to technology that is subject to export control requirements. Successful candidates must be qualified for such access without an export control license.
Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be up to 24 months with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and availability of funding.
For employment at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), a Real ID compliant form of identification will be required. Additionally, ORNL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as mandated by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which requires a favorable post-employment background investigation.
If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.
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