Postdoctoral Researcher in Quantum Emitter Fabrication (Research, Remote)

Job summary

This position focuses on the fabrication and characterization of single-photon emitters and spin defects in hexagonal boron nitride and related 2D materials, contributing to a project on quantum photonics. The role involves collaboration with project partners and aims to advance research in quantum sensing and information.

Qualifications

• PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in nanofabrication and optical characterization of quantum emitters or nanophotonic devices.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate quantum emitters in hBN and other wide-bandgap 2D materials using ion irradiation, plasma treatment, and focused ion/electron beam processing.
• Conduct optical and spin characterization, including confocal photoluminescence and magnetic resonance.
• Assemble van der Waals heterostructures and integrate them into device geometries for electric field applications.
• Collaborate with project partners and contribute to scientific publications and conference presentations.

Skills

• Hands-on cleanroom experience with plasma processing (ICP/RIE), EBL, and/or FIB.
• Experience in fabricating or characterizing emitters in wide-bandgap semiconductors or 2D materials (hBN, TMDCs).
• Familiarity with confocal microscopy, single-photon detection, and photon statistics measurements.
• Experience with wet and dry transfer of 2D materials.
• A publication record in high-quality journals appropriate for career stage.

Education

• A PhD degree (or equivalent) is required.

Tools

• Cleanroom equipment, plasma processing tools, electron beam lithography (EBL), focused ion beam (FIB), confocal microscopy.