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Purdue University is seeking a Research Scientist to conduct and support experimental research in quantum science. The successful candidate will collaborate with Purdue faculty and researchers on cutting-edge projects in solid-state quantum photonic and quantum sensing systems, involving low-temperature cryogenic systems and fabrication of 2D quantum materials. The Research Scientist will also be responsible for maintaining instrumentation and mentoring students at various levels.

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The group of Prof. Leonid Rokhinson at Purdue University, has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher to work on various topics related to the realization of topological superconductivity. Our group developed a technique to form helical channels in the fractional quantum Hall effect regime; one of the projects involves development of superconducting contacts to high mobility two-dimensional gasses and realization of a high-order topological superconductor. Another project involves collaborative research between several groups within the Quantum Science Center (a DOE center led by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory) to demonstrate non-Abelian statistics using topological insulator/superconductor heterostructures. A strong background in superconductivity and semiconductor physics is essential; experience with cryogenics, electron transport and nanofabrication technology will be advantageous. A potential candidate is expected to supervise and work closely with graduate and undergraduate students. Contact Prof. Rokhinson at leonid@purdue.edu.

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Applications are invited for postdoctoral positions in the group of Professor Yong P. Chen, the Quantum Matter and Devices (QMD) Laboratory affiliated with Purdue Physics, ECE, Purdue Quantum Science and Engineering Institute and Birck Nanotechnology Center. Candidates with strong background in experimental research in one of the following areas/topics are welcome:

1. Experimental condensed matter/nano physics & quantum devices: especially solid state quantum devices, quantum computing and quantum sensing (e.g., superconducting Josephson junctions, spin qubits, NV centers)
2. Experimental AMO physics and quantum optics: such as cold atom physics, quantum optics & photonics

Please send CV to yongchen@purdue.edu.

CLAN Labs at Purdue University is looking for a postdoctoral associate to work in the area of quantum machine learning. Areas of interests include quantum computing, reinforcement learning, and security. The postdoctoral associate will be expected to conduct fundamental and top-notched research in these areas.

Position Qualifications: We are seeking candidates that are bright, highly motivated, and mathematically inclined research scholars, who have the potential to publish in premier conferences and journals. Candidates may come from different backgrounds, such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related field. Prior top-tier publications in related areas would be essential. All applicants must have strong mathematical and computing skills. Applicants are expected to be outstanding, intellectually curious researchers at an early stage of their scholarly career.

Application Process: The positions are available immediately and offered for one-year term, subject to renewal based on performance and funding availability. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must provide:

1. A curriculum vita including a list of publications
2. A research statement
3. Names and contact information for three potential references
4. A copy of at least 1 research paper (can be unpublished).

Please send all materials to Dr. Vaneet Aggarwal at vaneet@purdue.edu

Dr. Hanzhe Liu’s group is seeking a postdoc to perform experimental work on attosecond electron dynamics in quantum materials. This research is at the intersection of condensed matter physics, AMO physics and materials science. The candidate should have research skills in ultrafast lasers and spectroscopy. For more information, please visit the Liu group website or send an email to hanzhe@purdue.edu.