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Develop independent theoretical research in atomic, molecular and optical physics. The search includes quantum optics, quantum simulation and connections with quantum-information science.
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Study photonic fluids and frequency combs by designing and fabricating semiconductor devices, building optical measurement setups and developing models of nonlinear laser dynamics. The goal is an experimental platform for probing and controlling liquid-light dynamics that connects device physics, precision measurement and theory. Apply through the ETH…
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The condensed-matter and quantum-information theory groups seek postdoctoral researchers for autumn 2027, with flexible starting dates. Research spans quantum many-body dynamics, entanglement, correlated materials, topology, superconductivity, quantum optics, ultracold gases, quantum simulation and computation. Successful applicants can join international…
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This postdoctoral role in Hiromasa Niinomi’s group develops research on light–matter interactions and light-induced phase transitions, particularly the chirality and topology of light, or on nonequilibrium behavior at high-pressure water–ice interfaces. Researchers may contribute experience in lasers, optical microscopy, spectroscopy and nanofabrication, or…
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Pursue research on terahertz spectroscopy of two-dimensional quantum matter and/or designer quantum materials and devices with Taketo Handa. Projects develop ultrafast measurements, van der Waals heterostructures and nanodevices to study electronic, optical and quantum behaviour. The full-time appointment initially lasts two years, with a start as early as…
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Theoretical postdoctoral positions investigating hybrid quantum light-matter systems, including quantum-gas cavity QED and polaritonic chemistry; requires a PhD in physics with expertise in quantum optics and open quantum systems. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until the hard deadline.
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Provide technical and computational support for interdisciplinary theoretical-physics research. The role supports a team studying quantum information, superconducting circuits, quantum optics and related areas.
Develop theoretical and computational approaches to X-ray interactions with quantum and nanostructured materials at the Molecular Foundry. The researcher translates electronic-structure, magnetism, light–matter and structured-field theories into numerical tools that interpret experiments, collaborating closely with experimental teams and benchmarking…
Develop optical quantum-computing hardware and methods for quantum control. Research includes improving continuous-variable systems, increasing input capacity and accelerating operation.
Research optical approaches to fault-tolerant, general-purpose quantum computing. The programme recruits postdoctoral researchers and research associates, with appointment requirements appropriate to each career stage.
Investigate nonlinear and quantum spectroscopy in the terahertz and infrared ranges. The advert includes research and technical appointments with qualification requirements specific to each role.
Develop advanced laser sources and conduct ultrafast optical experiments. Research topics include high-power two-micrometre lasers, attosecond measurements and novel structured or non-classical light sources.
Develop and operate laser-based ion-source technology for ISOLDE research. The role combines laser science with experimental techniques supporting the production and study of radioactive ion beams.
Open-rank faculty appointments are expected to begin on 1 August 2027. Experimental condensed matter physics is the highest priority; quantum information, quantum computing, quantum optics and other physics areas are also considered. Appointees develop independent research, teach core and advanced physics courses, and mentor students. Initial review begins…
Commission an electron-source test stand for future accelerators and investigate pulse modulation, photocathode performance and laser shaping. Beam measurements and optimisation will assess improvements in electron-beam brightness for FCC-ee and SwissFEL applications.
Join the Chair of Atomic-Scale Simulation to develop and apply electronic-structure methods, including advanced hybrid functionals and many-body perturbation theory. Research themes include nonempirical functionals, defect physics, GW vertex corrections and optical spectra. The position includes teaching duties and access to EPFL computing facilities. Start…
Develop coupled-cluster electronic-structure methods with periodic boundary conditions in Marco Caricato’s group. Apply the methods to electronic and optical properties of polymers, surfaces, films and crystalline materials, analyse results and prepare publications. The hybrid appointment also includes student mentoring and professional development. Initial…
RIKEN’s Nanoscale Quantum Photonics Laboratory seeks one postdoctoral researcher for its collaboration with the Institute for Basic Science. The project combines optical spectroscopy and nanophotonics with scanning-tunneling nanospectroscopy to investigate quantum states and energy conversion in low-dimensional structures and molecular interfaces. The…
RIKEN's Quantum Information Physics Theory Research Team is recruiting multiple researchers to conduct theoretical work across quantum computing, superconducting qubits, quantum optics, photonics, machine learning, quantum open systems, computational physics and condensed-matter physics. Appointments are available at senior research scientist, research…
Lead experimental development in the Attochirality ERC project, commissioning circularly polarised attosecond sources, pulse-characterisation methods and spin-resolved electron detection. Coordinate reaction-microscope experiments on chiral electronic dynamics and mentor junior researchers. This full-time appointment is initially for one year and can be…
Join the Attochirality ERC project to build and characterise circularly polarised attosecond light pulses and investigate chiral charge migration. Work combines high-harmonic generation, ultrafast optics and three-dimensional electron–ion coincidence measurements, covering isolated molecules and microhydrated clusters. The full-time doctoral position is…
RIKEN’s Center for Quantum Computing seeks technical staff for Takao Aoki’s Nanophotonic Cavity Quantum Electrodynamics Research Team. Work develops fiber-optic and nanophotonic devices and the associated quantum-optics and quantum-electronics technologies. The group builds interfaces between atomic and photonic qubits using optical cavities. Several…
Four-year doctoral position in the Optical Materials Engineering Laboratory (Prof. David J. Norris) characterizing semiconductor nanocrystals with optical spectroscopy and electron microscopy to link atomic-scale structure to optical properties.
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