Experimental Postdoctoral Researcher in precision levitated inertial sensing
We are searching for a person with a background in experimental physics to help with the experimental development of advanced diamagnetic inertial sensors. Inertial sensors are everywhere – helping you get from A to B – giving you acceleration information, both linear and rotational. The position would work with an international team which will be developing such inertial sensors – which we aim to maximize sensitivity while reducing the working volume.
This position will be funded through JST-NEXUS grant.
Unit Summary:
The Quantum Machines Unit undertakes research focused on hybrid quantum systems –which brings together two or more quantum systems to function together to perform some useful action, e.g. developing ultra-precise sensors, exploring fundamental issues in quantum science, or quantum information processing. The Unit combines theory with experiment which works hand in hand. The Unit is particularly focused on diamagnetic levitation as this permits one to levitate quite large systems to control their motion towards the quantum regime. This levitation requires no active power and is expected to exhibit very low levels of motional noise. We are particularly interested to develop state-of-the-art inertial sensors using diamagnetic levitation in high vacuum at cryogenic temperatures.
The Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University was established in 2011 to contribute to the development of science and technology worldwide and to serve as a hub of innovation in Okinawa. OIST is a dynamic new graduate university of science and technology in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan which offers a 5-year PhD program and brings together outstanding researchers from across the country and across disciplines to conduct cutting-edge scientific research.
The university is located on 85 hectares of protected forestland overlooking a beautiful shoreline and coral reefs. The campus is striking architecturally, and the facilities are outstanding. To facilitate multidisciplinary research, there are no academic departments. Outstanding resources and equipment are provided and managed to encourage easy access and collaboration.
English is the official language of the University, and the university research community is fully international, with more than 50 countries represented. OIST is rapidly gaining recognition in the worldwide academic community as a model for excellence in education and research, and our unwavering commitment to scientific and technological innovation is dedicated to generating progress that will fuel Okinawa's economic growth.
- Assist in experiments in diamagnetic inertial sensors
- Contribute generally to the research of the Quantum Machines Unit, including attending meetings and seminars as well as mentoring student research and interfacing with our research administrator
(Required)
- PhD Degree in a relevant discipline – physics, engineering etc
- Experience in relevant experimental physics – vacuum, electronics, photonics, cryogenics
- Experience in modelling/controlling experiments using any relevant computer software – python, matlab, mathematica, labview etc
- Good working English
Expected Annual Salary: 4.5M-5.9M yen
In accordance with the OIST Employee Compensation Regulations
Benefits:
- Relocation, housing and commuting allowances
- Annual paid leave and summer holidays
- Health insurance (Private School Mutual Aid)
- Welfare pension insurance (kousei-nenkin)
- Worker's accident compensation insurance (roudousha-saigai-hoshou-hoken)
- Access to Child Development Center
- Access to Schooling Options
- Language Education
- Resource Center (Daily Life Support in Okinawa)
- Remote Work system
- Curriculum vitae in English
- List of Research Achievements – short paragraphs – 1 page
- Statement of Interest and Research Skills: briefly describe your motivation for applying and the research-related skills you have acquired – 1 page.
- Names and contact information of 3 referees
How to Apply
Apply by emailing your Submission Documents to: jason.twamley@oist.jp
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- Recruiting Organization: Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology School Corporation
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Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 2 years. Contract initially with 6-month probationary period (inclusive). This contract may be renewed by taking into consideration the performance, conduct, and behavior of the Employee and OIST’s financial and other circumstances.
9:00-17:30 (Discretionary)
We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.