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DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory
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United States
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Quantum Information, Sensing and Metrology is a postdoctoral fellowship in the Computational and Information Science Directorate, Network Science Division, at the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory. The project sits at the intersection of theoretical and computational physics, with research directions centered on quantum information science and quantum technologies. The fellow will work on problems such as optimal control methods for quantum systems, computer-algebraic tools for modeling quantum ne...
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Bradley Hauer
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University of Waterloo
Canada
Posted Yesterday
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The Quantum Cavity Optomechanics group at the Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo, is hiring postdoctoral researchers for quantum technology research. One postdoctoral project focuses on developing superconducting circuits operating at micro- and millimeter-wave frequencies. The work is aimed at enabling future quantum technologies, including optomechanical devices and quantum-limited amplifiers. A second project uses theoretical methods to study interactions between membrane...
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Middle Tennessee State University
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United States
Posted Yesterday
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The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Middle Tennessee State University is offering a full-time postdoctoral research fellowship in quantum sensing . The project focuses on experimental quantum sensing and metrology, with emphasis on squeezed light and whispering gallery mode (WGM) systems. The successful fellow will contribute to research in quantum optical experiments and WGM-based platforms within the department’s research environment at Middle Tennessee State University. The post is a t...
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Albert Polman
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AMOLF
Netherlands
2 days ago
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AMOLF in Amsterdam is offering a postdoctoral position in the Photonic Materials group of Prof. Albert Polman on probling electron-photon correlations using cathodoluminescence (CL) spectroscopy . The project sits at the intersection of nanoscale light-matter interaction, electron microscopy, quantum optics, and advanced instrumentation. The research is part of the NXTGEN Hightech programme of the Dutch National Growth Fund and involves close collaboration with TU Delft, DELMIC, Amsterdam Scient...
2 days ago
Toyota Technological Institute
Japan
4 days ago
Toyota Technological Institute in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral researcher in the Nano-Photon Science Laboratory, led by Associate Professor Tetsuhiro Kudo. The appointment is planned to begin on April 1, 2027, with flexibility depending on the successful applicant’s circumstances. The laboratory develops optical manipulation technologies using visible, near-infrared, and mid-infrared lasers together with advanced microscope systems. The postdoctoral res...
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National Research Council Canada
Canada
5 days ago
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is recruiting a two-year Postdoctoral Fellow in Ottawa through its Metrology Research Centre. The project, “Squeezing the Limits: A Quantum-Enhanced Raman Imaging Platform for Ultratrace Chemical Detection,” will develop a quantum-enhanced chemical imaging platform based on stimulated Raman scattering (SRS) microscopy. The research will combine signal enhancement, background suppression, and quantum noise reduction to improve sensitivity in chemical ima...
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Argonne National Laboratory
United States
6 days ago
Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, United States, invites applications for a full-time postdoctoral appointment in experimental physics and superconducting device development for quantum information science. The researcher will help develop multipixel single-photon camera technology and multiplexed readout systems. Work will include designing, fabricating, and characterizing superconducting devices based on high-kinetic-inductance materials; developing microwave resonators and freq...
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Magdalena Stobińska-Moretto
University of Warsaw
Poland
6 days ago
Postdoctoral position in Quantum Infrastructure and Photonic Information Processing at the University of Warsaw The MAB QLAB Centre at the University of Warsaw is recruiting 2 postdoctoral researchers (young doctor, research employment group) for Group 2: Quantum Infrastructure and Photonic Information Processing. The centre is a joint undertaking with Sorbonne Université and is funded under the International Research Agendas (MAB) within the European Funds for a Modern Economy 2021–2027 (FENG) ...
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University of Warsaw
Poland
6 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Position in Quantum Imaging and Metrology, University of Warsaw The MAB QLAB Centre at the University of Warsaw is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher (young doctor / research employment group) for Group 3: Quantum Imaging and Metrology. The position is part of the Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies (QLAB), established at the University of Warsaw in partnership with Sorbonne Université and funded through the International Research Agendas (MAB) sc...
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Umeå University
Sweden
1 month ago
Umeå University is advertising a PhD position in Experimental Physics with a focus on photonics and materials science (fundamental aspects) in the Department of Physics. The project is part of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network SPARK and centers on spatiotemporal hybrid light–matter states , including spatiotemporal polaritons, ultrafast light–matter interactions, metamaterials, nanophotonics, ultrafast optics, condensed matter physics, and quantum optics. The doctoral candidate will wo...
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Estimated costs in Ireland.
MonthlyYearly | |
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![]() Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €460 $500/yr |
![]() Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
![]() Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
![]() Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €883 $960/yr |
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Dartmouth College
United States
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Nanostructured Materials
Photodetector Technology
Thin Film Physics
University of New Mexico
United States
Condensed Matter Physics
Nuclear Physics
Diamond Technology
Spectroscopy
Neutron Spectroscopy
Department of Electronics and Information Systems Ghent University Ghent Belgium
Belgium
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Optical Physics
Photonic
Photoluminescence

Research Ireland funds research scholarships and studentships in Ireland, especially at PhD level, across a wide range of disciplines and university-based projects.

PEACEPLUS is a cross-border funding programme supporting peace, prosperity and reconciliation projects, including some funded research studentships and postdoctoral posts in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity + Water supports PhD and postdoctoral research across Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain on climate, biodiversity, water and sustainability challenges.
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Trinity College Dublin
Ireland
Quantum Physics
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Criticality
Ultracold Physics
Quantum Optics
Trinity College Dublin
Ireland
Hardware Engineering
Condensed Matter Physics
Photonic
Optical Communication
Integrated Optics
587895 Munster Technological University
Ireland
Hardware Engineering
Internet Of Things
Photonic
Heterostructure Engineering
5g Technology