Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Experimental Quantum Optics and Quantum-Light Spectroscopy (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge
UK-US REACT-Q project studying transfer and preservation of non-classical light properties in molecular exciton-polaritons using experimental quantum optics and integrated photonics.
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Vacancy terms
- Career stage
- Postdoctoral researcher
- Employment type
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- Contract
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- Original contract term
- 34 months
- Schedule
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- Workplace
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- FTE
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- Salary
- £34,610 - £35,608 / £37,694 - £46,049
- Department or school
- Yusuf Hamied Department of Chemistry
- Posted
- 4 Aug 2026
Responsibilities
- Lead the Cambridge experimental quantum-optics programme within REACT-Q.
- Develop and characterise entangled-photon and squeezed-vacuum sources.
- Perform photon-correlation, interference and spectral-entanglement measurements.
- Collaborate with Columbia University and prepare publications and presentations.
Qualifications and requirements
Qualifications
- PhD, or close to obtaining a PhD, in experimental quantum optics, quantum photonics, photonics, physics, physical chemistry, electrical engineering, or a closely related field.
Requirements
- Hands-on experience in quantum optics, photonics, or related optical experimentation is essential.
- Good optical alignment, data-analysis and scientific-programming skills are essential.
- Excellent communication, organisational and collaborative skills are required.
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with Hong-Ou-Mandel interference, g(2) measurements, SPDC or other non-classical light sources, entanglement measurements, squeezed light, single-photon detectors, integrated photonic waveguides, molecular exciton-polaritons, silicon photonics, quantum-state reconstruction, or international collaborative research.
Employment conditions
- Fixed-term appointment; funds available for 34 months in the first instance.
Documents and steps
Documents
- Publications list
- Covering letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Steps
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Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Experimental Quantum Optics and Quantum-Light Spectroscopy (Fixed Term)
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