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Postdoctoral Researchers in Quantum Networks and Quantum Sensing with Thin-Film Lithium Niobate at ETH Zurich ETH Zurich in Switzerland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

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Switzerland

University

ETH Zurich

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Quantum Sensing
Quantum Communication
Non-linear Optics
Quantum Photonics
Physics

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ETH Zurich’s Optical Nanomaterial Group in the Department of Physics (D-PHYS) is recruiting two postdoctoral researchers for 3-year projects in quantum networks and quantum sensing using thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic integrated circuits.

The projects focus on advanced quantum photonics, including nanofabrication and optical characterization of TFLN circuits, frequency conversion, quantum light sources, electro-optic modulation, entangled photon-pair generation, squeezed vacuum generation, and experiments relevant to quantum communications and sensing.

One position targets quantum networks, aiming to connect quantum memories operating at visible wavelengths with telecom-band photons for long-distance transmission. The other targets quantum sensing, including phase estimation and absorption measurements with undetected photons, with applications such as gas sensing. The sensing project is part of a QuantERA collaboration with Imperial College London, the University of Oxford, and ICFO.

Applicants should have experience in integrated photonics, nonlinear optics, quantum photonics, quantum information, or spontaneous parametric down-conversion. The role involves theory, simulation, design, some nanofabrication, characterization, and quantum information experiments, and you will work closely with other postdocs and PhD students in the group.

The target start date is between October 2026 and January 2027. Applications are due by 31 July 2026, and candidates must apply through the ETH Zurich online tool. Required documents include a cover letter, CV, transcripts of BSc and MSc degrees, PhD degree, and contact information for two referees.

Institution: ETH Zurich. Contact for questions: Robert Chapman ([email protected]).

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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