Your Tasks
- Operate and further develop a complex ion trapping experiment based on the QCCD architecture with passive and active integrated photonics.
- Develop scalable approaches for controlling ions in a multi-zone trap array.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of experimental control systems, as well as optical and laser setups.
- Develop and implement protocols for quantum computing and quantum sensing experiments.
- Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of PhD students, technicians, and engineers.
Your Profile
- PhD degree in Physics or a closely related field, ideally with experience in experimental ion trapping or neutral-atom optical tweezer platforms.
- Relevant peer-reviewed publications in the field.
- Demonstrated ability to design, operate, and troubleshoot complex quantum physics experiments.
- Highly motivated to advance quantum science and technology with an independent research profile.
- Hands-on experience in several of the following areas: optics and lasers; atomic physics; cryogenics and ultra-high vacuum systems; real-time control systems for quantum experiments; integrated photonics.
- Proficiency in data analysis and scientific documentation.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Experience with co-supervision of students.
We Offer
Our institution is founded on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic training on the job, along with opportunities for personal development and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to effectively balance work and family life or pursue other personal interests, we can support you with our modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to 2 years.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact Dr. Julian Schmidt at julian.schmidt@psi.ch or Dr. Cornelius Hempel at cornelius.hempel@psi.ch.
Application Instructions
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management,
Pascale Bärtschi,
5232 Villigen PSI,
Switzerland