Quantum Optics Research Air Force Institute of Technology; AFIT

Position: Quantum Optics Research at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)
Overview

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, offers post-Master's fellowships administered by Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) under a DoD sponsorship. This opportunity provides hands-on research experience in quantum optics.

Responsibilities

• Collect experimental data
• Analyze results and simulate environments of interest
• Engage in Quantum Information and Sensing research under mentorship

Location

Dayton, Ohio

Anticipated Start Date

AFIT seeks to begin these appointments in August or September 2025. Exact start dates are determined at the time of selection in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships are filled as qualified candidates are identified.

Appointment Length

8-12 weeks, with the possibility of extension depending on funding, project assignment, program rules, and participant availability.

Provisions

• Stipend to be determined by AFIT (based on academic standing, discipline, experience, and location)
• Health Insurance Supplement (participants may purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About AFIT

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) is the Air Force’s graduate school of engineering and management and its institution for technical professional continuing education. AFIT is a component of Air University and Air Education and Training Command, and is committed to defense-focused graduate and professional education and research to sustain technological superiority for air, space, and cyber forces.

About ORISE

This program is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. You will be affiliated with ORISE for appointment administration. Proof of health insurance is required and can be obtained through ORISE.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will have completed a master's degree within the last five years and have a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:

• Quantum optics experimentation

Application Requirements

A complete application consists of:

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records — upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications. For foreign degrees, obtain a US degree equivalency from WES or a similar evaluation organization. Detailed information about acceptable transcripts is available.
• One Recommendation — please contact your recommender(s) early to ensure they can complete the recommendation form. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities and personal characteristics. You can log in to your Zintellect account to check the status of your application.

If you have questions, email AIRFORCEu.gov with the reference code AFIT- in the subject line. Applications should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing.

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: LPR or U.S. Citizen
• Degree:
  Master's degree received within the last 60 months
• Minimum Overall GPA: 3.50
• Discipline(s):
  • Chemistry and Materials Sciences
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Bio-inorganic Chemistry
  • Bio-organic Chemistry
  • Biophysical Chemistry
  • Chemistry (General)
  • Environmental Chemistry
  • Inorganic Chemistry
  • Materials Sciences
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Theoretical Chemistry
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Physics
• Science and Engineering-related fields

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Government Administration

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