What You Will Do

The Nanophotonics Thrust at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies is searching for a result oriented Postdoctoral Appointee who is passionate about scientific discovery in the area of light-matter interactions and quantum-photonics.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Support research in nanophotonics, quantum optics, metamaterials, and/or nonlinear optics.

• Design, fabricate, and/or characterize novel optical devices, materials, and systems.

• Develop original research ideas for the study of nanoscale phenomenon.

• Report research results in top-tier journals and conferences.

• Generate new intellectual property through patent filing.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Experience with developing experiments for quantum photonics and polaritonics research. The design and testing of optical systems (specifically Distributed Bragg Reflector Mirrors), optical materials or devices, or photonics microsystems.

• A well-developed understanding of the physics of strong material coupling via coupling to cavity polaritons.

• Experience developing original research plans, a proven track record of invention, original publications in professional journals, and conference papers and presentations.

Education : Possess a PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, optical engineering or science, or a related field, and have a bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Ph.D. must have been awarded within the last 5 years or be soon to be completed

Desired Qualifications:

• Expertise in quantum, nonlinear and ultrafast optics, integrated photonics, semiconductor physics, materials, and/or related topics

• Experience in single-photon emission experiments such as photoluminescence, correlations, and entanglement

• Experience in back-focal plane spectroscopy for resolving momentum of photoluminescence emission.

• Experience modeling photonic systems using FDTD and/or Finite element methods, i.e. MEEP or COMSOL.

• Experience with the characterization of exciton-polariton condensation

• Familiarity with laboratory optical bench optics, electronics, optoelectronics, and safe use of lasers, able to design and carry out laser-based optical experiments

• Experience with micro and nano fabrication processes, tools, and metrology

• Results-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills to work independently and in a collaborative group environment

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Salary: Competitive salaries are based on the date the PhD degree requirements were completed or the degree was awarded. Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $92,000. For more information go to Postdoc Program website at https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php .

Note to Applicants:

• The appointment is for 2 years, with a possible extension for the 3rd year

• Contact about this position to one of the project members: Andrew C. Jones (acj@lanl.gov)

• Register your application at LANL HR website: https://lanl.jobs/los-alamos-nm/ (https://lanl.jobs/los-alamos-nm/postdoc-in-quantum-molecular-and-semiconductor-nanomaterials-theory/C32EA1EC07B348C1AA64741FCC348055/job/)

• Send a cover letter and your CV to start the application process. At least 3 letters of recommendation are desirable, and will be required before the final interview.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§ Dental and vision insurance

§ Free basic life and disability insurance

§ Paid childbirth and parental leave

§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.