Postdoctoral Fellow

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's Physics Division has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the team. This position will focus on advancing theoretical frameworks for quantum-limited and quantum-enhanced detection, with a strong emphasis on applications in experimental searches for new physics. This role is hosted in the Quantum Measurement Group (https://quantum-measurement.lbl.gov/), and supervised by PI Daniel Carney.

What You Will Do:

• Develop advanced techniques to surpass the Standard Quantum Limit (SQL) and enable quantum-coherent readout of multiple devices.
• Conduct original research both independently and in collaboration with others.
• Collaborate with researchers at LBNL and other institutions on related scientific challenges.
• Apply independent judgment and make original contributions at a professional level.
• Author and prepare research publications for peer-reviewed journals.
• Present research outcomes at seminars, workshops, and scientific conferences.

Additional Responsibilities as Needed:

• Provide mentorship and guidance to undergraduate and graduate students as appropriate.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support research and program goals.

What is Required:

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in physics or a closely related field.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute effectively to large-scale software projects.
• Proven capability to conduct independent research as well as collaborate within a research team.
• A relevant publication record and demonstrated proficiency in presenting scientific results, both in writing and orally.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in one or more of the following areas: quantum sensing, theory development aimed at experimental searches for new physics, and foundational knowledge of particle physics.

How to Apply:

Please visit Academic Jobs Online to create a profile and submit the requested application materials. The following requested application materials listed below must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online: 1. Research Statement - 3 page limit not including citations and figures. 2. Curriculum Vitae - include up to 5 most relevant publications in the CV. 3. Reference Letters - Arrange to have 3 letters of reference submitted online by the reference writers at this site, with at least one, preferably two, external to LBNL/UC Berkeley.

This is a full time, M-F, exempt from overtime pay (monthly paid), 2-year postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years of paid postdoctoral experience when first assuming the position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,757 - $6,903 and is expected to start at $6,475 or above. Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.