Postdoctoral Research Associate - Physics

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Base pyy commensurate with experience; not specifi...
Ph.d. in physics or equivalent terminal degree
Experience with superconducting device design
Knowledge of cryogenics and nanofabrication
The position involves developing novel superconducting detectors such as QPDs/SQUATs and KIDs for particle physics applications

Job Summary

  • The position involves developing novel superconducting detectors such as QPDs/SQUATs and KIDs for particle physics applications.
  • The role covers the full project scope from design and nano-fabrication to device testing in a dilution refrigerator and data analysis.
  • Candidates are encouraged to define their own sub-projects and interface with larger experimental collaborations.

Matching Summary

The position involves developing novel superconducting detectors such as QPDs/SQUATs and KIDs for particle physics applications.

Salary

Base pay commensurate with experience; Not specified; Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Physics or equivalent terminal degree
  • Experience with superconducting device design
  • Knowledge of cryogenics and nanofabrication

Nice-to-have

  • Background in Quantum Information Science (QIS)
  • Experience with superconducting transmons
  • Ability to define independent sub-projects

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D., M.D. or Equivalent Doctoral Degree required
  • No specific work experience required but strongly preferred in relevant fields
  • Application deadline is June 15th 2026

Work Rights

Not specified

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