Post-Doctoral Researcher - Quantum Sensing for Fundamental Physics
Core
Developing and applying quantum sensing technologies to search for physics Beyond the Standard Model (BSM) through precision measurements of nuclear decay, low-threshold cryogenic detectors, and neutrino mass measurements.
Role type
Post-doctoral researcher (experimental physics)
Builds
Advanced quantum sensors and low-background detection systems for fundamental physics experiments
Domain
Quantum technologies and subatomic physics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
PhD in Physics, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; experience mentoring junior researchers
Preferred skills
Hands-on experience with superconducting sensors (TESs, STJs, MMCs, KIDs); experience operating dilution refrigerators and managing cryogenic systems; proficiency in high-frequency/microwave measurements and RF electronics; experience with electromagnetic or multiphysics simulation tools (HFSS, SONNET, Microwave Office, COMSOL); knowledge of low-background physics techniques and/or low-threshold detector development
Technologies
superconducting tunnel junctions, microwave sensing, Cyclotron Radiation Emission Spectroscopy, dilution refrigerators, cryogenic systems, HFSS, SONNET, Microwave Office, COMSOL
Responsibilities
Technical development of advanced quantum sensors for BSM physics searches; Low-background detection and cryogenic environment development for advanced sensors in the Colorado Underground Research Institute (CURIE); Develop and lead new physics research directions within the scope of the BeEST, RICOCHET, and Project 8 experiments; Interact with university, industry, and laboratory collaboration partners on various aspects of the technical and scientific components of the experiments, including occasional travel to NIST, UW Seattle, LLNL, PNNL, and France; Publish research results in peer-reviewed, high-level scientific or technical journals; Present results at national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops
Seniority
Post-doctoral researcher, hands-on IC with mentorship duties
