Gppostdoctoral Researcher In Ultrafast Spectorscopy Of Quantum Materials

Overview

Title: GP007 POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER IN ULTRAFAST SPECTROSCOPY OF QUANTUM MATERIALS (TEMPORARY)

State Role

Title:

FACULTY

Hiring Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: Faxed material not accepted

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

• The Quantum Electronics Group (QEG) in the Department of Physics at Norfolk State University seeks a postdoctoral associate with expertise in nonlinear and ultrafast optics, high power diode-pumped lasers, and laser spectroscopy of materials at cryogenic temperatures.
• Conduct research on magneto-optics, low temperature and high magnetic field microscopy, and ultrafast two-color, pump-probe experiments on strongly correlated electron systems, topological insulators, 2D materials, thin films, nonlinear optical crystals and quantum devices incorporating some of these materials.
• Work with laser facilities including: a 5W Solstice regenerative amplifier, two Topas Prime/NIRUV OPA’s, Mai Tai fs laser, a Quantum Design Opti Cool cryostat (4K–300K range) with magnetic field up to 7 T, and related optics and electronics.
• Engage in materials and device fabrication in the NSU Crystal Physics and Quantum Electronics Laboratory and in the NSU-Micron Class
  100/1000 Cleanroom (McDemmond Center for Applied Research). Facilities include single crystal floating zone growth, Bridgman crystal growth stations, a 14T, 50 mK Quantum Dynamics PPMS, a low temperature XRD, Laue back scattering, and state-of-the-art cleanroom fabrication systems.
• Note:
  
  The appointment is for 2 years if hired by September 2025.

• PhD in physics, optical engineering, or a related discipline relevant to research.
• Interest and ability to communicate and mentor a diverse student body of undergraduate and graduate students, to work in close collaboration with members of the Quantum Electronics Group, and to take initiative to work independently.

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Applicants should apply online at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Required documentation includes a letter of interest outlining qualifications and related experience, a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference. Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Doyle Temple, Chair, Department of Physics, 700 Park Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23504, , datemple.

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