Postdoctoral - Department of Physics

Postdoctoral Employee - Department of Physics

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Salary range: The UC postdoc salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level  current minimum salary range for this position is $69,073 – $74,281 annually. Salaries above the minimum may be offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. (Table: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

Percent time: 100%

Anticipated start: Sep 1, 2026

Position duration: 2 years with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funding.

Application window: Open date:
December 17, 2025. Review date:
Sunday, Jan 4, 2026 at 11:59 pm PT. Final date:
Monday, Jan 19, 2026 at 11:59 pm PT.

“Quantum Invisible Particle Sensor” (QuIPS) experiment is a collaborative project between Professors Daniel Carney and Stamper‑Kurn. The quantum measurement group at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory studies measurements at the limits allowed by quantum mechanics, from theory to experiment. The project involves constructing and operating a levitated optomechanics setup to measure nuclear beta decays and search for physics beyond the Standard Model.

The role will be held jointly between UCB and LBL and will be physically located primarily didates will lead the construction and integration of the levitated system with a silicon‑pixel beta‑electron detector already built at Berkeley Lab.

• PhD degree or equivalent international degree, or enrollment in a PhD or equivalent international degree‑granting program.

• PhD degree or equivalent international degree.
• No more than three years of post‑PhD research experience.

• Experience with quantum optics and/or particle/nuclear physics.
• Expertise in quantum optics, optomechanics, trapped atoms, and particle/nuclear physics based on quantum detection methods.

The successful candidate will be able to work independently, as well as in a team setting with project‑oriented guidance.

• Curriculum Vitae – most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Research Statement – discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans, including publication record, awards, and future research.

• 3 references (contact information only).

Apply link: /JPF
05182

Help contact: carney

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