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PhD position in bosonic quantum error correction with superconducting circuits

Employer
Swiss Nanoscience Institute
Location
Switzerland
Salary
unspecified
Posting live until
31 Dec 2021

Job Details

We are looking for a PhD student for a joint research activity between the Quantum Technologies Group at the Paul Scherrer Institut (https://www.psi.ch/en/lmn/bosonicquantum-error-correction-with-superconducting-circuits) and the Quantum Theory Bruder Group at the University of Basel (https://quantumtheory-bruder.physik.unibas.ch/en/).

The student will moreover become a member of the Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) PhD school. The position will start after January 1st 2022.

In our research, we will develop new ways to store and manipulate quantum information in nonlinear superconducting oscillators. A key element of our work will be to make use of the many energy levels present in these oscillators to encode qubits that are intrinsically protected against errors. Part of our work will be to devise and implement new nanofabrication processes for superconducting circuits compatible with bosonic quantum error correction. Our goal is to explore both the promise of this approach for quantum computation and simulation, as well as its fundamental aspects in the context of out-of-equilibrium physics.

We are currently looking for a motivated student with experience or interest in circuit QED, nanofabrication, and nonlinear quantum optics. Over the course of the project she/he will acquire a wide range of experimental skills including:

• Cryogenics and operation of dilution refrigerators
• Microwave circuit design
• Nanofabrication and characterization (lithography, growth and deposition, SEM, AFM, etc.)
• Experimental control and data analysis software
• Quantum measurement and control techniques

In addition, the student will participate in the theoretical developments associated with the project.

The successful candidate should have good English language skills and a solid background in quantum mechanics. Prior experience in any of the techniques mentioned above is considered a plus. Interested candidates should send Alexander Grimm (alexander.grimm@psi.ch) a CV and briefly describe why you would like to work with us.

Company

SNI profile imageThe Swiss Nanoscience Institute (SNI) at the University of Basel funds nanoscience research as part of an interdisciplinary degree course and a PhD programme, and in projects with industry partners. All students are widely integrated into the activities that address cutting-edge scientific topics in nanoscience and nanotechnology, embedded in classical disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, medicine and engineering.

Why study with us
The SNI offers internationally recognized, comprehensive, and hands-on degree programmes in nanoscience. The Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes attract highly motivated students and provide an excellent interdisciplinary education with a broad background in all natural sciences in a very supportive environment.

In the SNI PhD School, students from all over the world work on a diverse range of projects; for example on quantum computing, spintronics, molecular electronics, graphene, quantum sensing, nanocontainers for medical applications, solar cells, single-cell proteomics, nanofluidic devices, and many more. An established selection process involving external and internal senior scientists ensures excellent PhD projects.

Undergraduate and graduate students become part of the SNI community with regular opportunities for personal development and scientific exchange within the whole SNI network, including all research institutions in north-western Switzerland.

Training and development
The SNI offers a broad interdisciplinary education with additional tailormade courses to improve personal development and skills such as scientific writing, communication, and presentation techniques. Small working groups guarantee personal and individual supervision.

The PhD programme includes regular SNI conferences, such as the SNI Annual Event and a winter school. These introduce students to the interdisciplinary scientific community and offer ideal opportunities for scientific and personal exchange, including partners from industry.

Who we are looking for
Excellent and motivated undergraduate and graduate students who are not  interested only in their particular working area, but are also fascinated by other fields in the natural sciences.

  • If you are interested in the nanostudy programme, please visit www.nanoscience.ch/studium
  • Information on new positions in the SNI PhD School and the online application tool are available from September to December every year at www.phd.nanoscience.ch

Location
Basel area, Switzerland

Number of SNI members
120

Desired degree disciplines/class
For PhD School: Master’s degree in physics, chemistry, biology or related field. For study programme: high-school diploma

How to apply
Apply online when new PhD positions are announced. New positions and the online application tool are available from September–December every year on www.phd.nanoscience.ch

Closing date
31 December 2024

Contact
Tel +41 61 207 3906
E-mail andreas.baumgartner@unibas.ch
www.phd.nanoscience.ch

Company info
Website
Telephone
+41 61 207 3906
Location
University of Basel
Klingelbergstrasse 82
Basel
4056
Switzerland

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