AMO Research Physicist (Atomic Molecular Optical)
SRI International is an independent, non-profit research institute, delivering unique, scientist-driven solutions for the world’s important challenges. SRI's Advanced Technology and Systems Division (ATSD) performs research across a wide range of disciplines, from quantum sensing, novel material development, and optics and photonics, to advanced optical, radar, and imaging systems.
ATSD's Security & Survivability program at our SRI campus in Princeton, NJ has an immediate opening for a Research Physicist, specifically to support the growth of our quantum sensing program activity. We are seeking a candidate with excellent working knowledge of experimental Atomic-Molecular-Optical (AMO) Physics or equivalent, ideally with expertise in quantum sensing, specifically with a strong focus on vapor-based Rydberg-atom electrometry, vapor-based atomic magnetometry, and ultra-low-noise sensing.
The position will be part of a close-knit team of applied physicists and engineers working across SRI on leading-edge R&D projects. The candidate will perform hands-on experiments within equipped AMO laboratories, numerical modeling and analysis, and implementation of new ideas, with expectation for publication of high-impact research results and presentations at industry and academic meetings. Overall, the activity will be very hands-on, from development of novel, compact quantum-based sensor prototypes through to system-integrated demonstrations.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Applied Physics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, with post-degree experience a plus.
- Due to government requirements candidates must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a security clearance.
- Deep AMO expertise, experimental
- Experience in precision measurement/metrology using atomic systems
- Experience with laser systems, optics, vacuum systems, RF and electronics
- Should also possess strong numerical and analytical modeling skills (e.g. Python, Matlab, COMSOL, etc.)
- Working knowledge of data acquisition and control systems (e.g. LabView) and signal processing
Sub-specialties of interest could include:
- Shot-noise limited quantum sensing: Electrometry, magnetometry
- Rydberg-atom physics
- RF signals and systems
- Physics of atom-based vapor cells
- Atom-photon interactions, including nanofabricated platforms
Other Requirements:
--Ability to transfer/obtain/maintain a U.S. government security clearance required. See http://www.dss.mil/psmo-i/ps_faqs.html
--U.S. Citizenship required.