Senior Research Fellow in Quantum Sensing and Engineering Artificial Atoms (Postdoc) George Washington University in United States

The George Washington University, in collaboration with NIST, is seeking a Senior Research Fellow to join the Nanoscale Spectroscopy Group in Gaithersburg, MD. This postdoctoral-level position focuses on the engineering of artificial atoms for quantum sensing applications, specifically through the electrical detection and control of NV centers in diamond and other color centers such as those in GaN and SiC. The successful candidate will bridge quantum optics and semiconductor device engineering, developing photoelectric measurements and high-resolution spectral characterization to create SI-traceable quantum sensors suitable for integration into everyday technology.

Key responsibilities include fabricating and testing optoelectronic devices with integrated micro-scale color centers, utilizing advanced spectroscopy techniques (stroboscopic, heterodyne, and time-resolved optical methods), performing nanoscale magnetometry, and investigating new materials for artificial atoms. The role also involves electronic device design and modeling to understand electrical defect characteristics, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of materials chemists and spectroscopists. The position supports the "NIST-on-a-Chip" roadmap for quantum-based sensing and offers opportunities to publish findings and present at international conferences.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with deep familiarity with NV centers in diamond or silicon vacancies in SiC. Essential skills include building complex electrical measurement systems, conducting magnetic resonance measurements, and a strong record of technical talks and peer-reviewed publications. The position is based at the NIST Campus in Gaithersburg, MD. For application, use the provided link and ensure your expertise aligns with the research focus areas.