"Postdoctoral Research Associate I, James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences"

Position Highlights

The James C. Wyant College of Optical Sciences invites applications for the position of Postdoctoral Research Associate I. The postdoctoral position is available through an AFOSR-funded project, focusing on theoretical investigations at the interface of quantum optics, atomic physics, and many-body physics. The project explores how atomic arrays can modify and control light-matter interactions in novel regimes of cavity QED, collective atom-field interactions and nonequilibrium driven-dissipative systems.

We are a research group working on theoretical quantum optics and open quantum systems, with multiple experimental collaborations. Applicants with demonstrated expertise in theoretical AMO physics, quantum optics, or related areas are encouraged to apply.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Perform research related to the project goals.
• Collaborate with the PI and other group members.
• Present research at scientific meetings: conferences, workshops, seminars.
• Develop an independent scientific portfolio.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Physics, or related areas (with a focus on quantum optics/AMO physics/QED).

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience with cavity QED, many-body atomic physics, atom arrays, driven-dissipative open quantum systems is strongly preferred.

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

NIH Salary Guidelines, Depends on Experience

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Contact Information for Candidates

HR-OPSC@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Two Additional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please include a publication list in the submitted CV. In addition to your CV and cover letter, please submit the following documents: Research statement highlighting past and present research, as well as future research vision (~2-3 pages) included in the additional document section. Three letters of recommendation included in the additional document section.