Position Summary
Position:
Department:
Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience
Institute:
Chalmers University of Technology
Country:
Sweden
Research Field:
quantum, light, physics, Optics, Photonics, Optomechanics, Nanofabrication, Nanomechanics, Cryogenics
Posted Date:
NA
Deadline:
Apr 29, 2026
Offer Period:
2 Years
Offer Start Date:
NA
Postdoc in hybrid quantum systems of atoms, motion and light
Project Description:
- The long-term aim of our group is to develop a hybrid quantum system capable of generating macroscopic quantum states of motion. To this end, we are trapping strontium atoms in optical tweezers to do cavity QED with nanophotonic cavities and developing on-chip optomechanical systems with ultracoherent mechanical resonators. You would engage with either or both of these projects and work with talented PhD students to advance the state-of-the-art in nanomechanics, optomechanics and cavity quantum electrodynamics. This is a highly multidisciplinary project involving nanofabrication, optomechanics and experimental atomic physics.
What you will do
- Lead and conduct research in collaboration with others
- Develop your skills
- Contribute creative ideas and implement them
- Work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Supervise master’s and/or PhD students to a certain extent
- The position is meritorious for future roles in academia, industry, or the public sector.
Required Qualification:
Essential Qualification:
- A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree. This eligibility requirement must be met no later than the time the employment decision is made
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- You are expected to be somewhat accustomed to teaching, and to demonstrate good potential within research and education.
Preferred Qualification:
The following experience will strengthen your application:
- A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline
- Experience inExperimental atomic physics
- Optics
- Photonics
- Optomechanics
- Nanofabrication
- Nanomechanics
- Cryogenics
- Optics
- Photonics
- Optomechanics
- Nanofabrication
- Nanomechanics
- Cryogenics
Employment Conditions and Benefits:
Contract duration:
- The position is a temporary full-time employment for two years with the possibility of a one-year extension.
- The position requires physical presence throughout the entire employment. A valid residence permit must be presented by the start date, otherwise the offer may be withdrawn.
Benefits:
- As a postdoc at Chalmers, you are an employee and enjoy all employee benefits. Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
- A dynamic and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg.
- Read more about Sweden’s generous parental leave, subsidized day care, free schools, healthcare etc at Move To Gothenburg.
- Chalmers is dedicated to improving gender balance and actively works with equality projects, such as the GENIE Initiative for gender equality and excellence. We celebrate diversity and consider equality and inclusion as fundamental aspects of all our activities.
- If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses to help you settle in.
Application Process:
Documents Required:
- CV
- A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
- Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.
- Personal letter
- A brief introduction about yourself.
- A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
- An outline of your future goals and research focus.
- A comprehensive CV, including a complete list of publications.
- Details of previous teaching and pedagogical experience.
- A brief introduction about yourself.
- A summary of your previous research fields and key research outcomes.
- An outline of your future goals and research focus.
How to apply:
- The application should be written in English be attached as PDF-files.
- Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.
About the Host Lab Group/Institution:
- The Hybrid Quantum Systems Laboratory is a new laboratory at Chalmers in the division for Quantum Technology at the department for Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2). We offer a newly renovated lab space and a state-of-the-art nanofabrication facility.
- The Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience advances the frontiers in quantum technology, nanoscience, photonics and future electronic systems - for technical and societal development. Our cross-disciplinary approach gives interesting collaborations in academy, industry and society, and is a driving force for innovations, results and breakthroughs. We offer a vibrant, international research environment and direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities.
- At the Quantum Technology Laboratory, we explore how quantum physics can unlock radically new ways of processing information - far beyond the limits of classical systems. Our research spans quantum computing, sensing, transduction, thermodynamics, and foundations, all aimed at harnessing the powerful behavior of light and matter at the quantum level. We offer a vibrant, international research environment and direct access to world-class nanofabrication facilities.
- Chalmers University of Technology, founded in 1829 in Gothenburg, Sweden, is a renowned research-intensive institution specializing in technology, science, engineering, and architecture. Known for its strong ties to industry—including partnerships with Volvo and Ericsson—the university focuses on sustainable development, innovation, and practical, project-based education. Operating as a private foundation since 1994, it fosters a top-tier learning environment across its campuses, notably Johanneberg and Lindholmen. With around 10,000 students, it consistently ranks high for employability and reputation.
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Disclaimer:
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