Open ESR (PhD) projects
The Innovative Training Network MoSaiQC has 16 positions for PhD students, here called Early Stage Researchers (ESR). All positions have been filled. In all positions you will work in leading research groups and industry laboratories on projects at the forefront of a flourishing research field. You will address topics that range from fundamental insights (superradiant lasing, driven-dissipative or long-range interacting quantum systems, cavity QED,...) over crucial breakthroughs (continuous superradiant lasing, accurate frequency standards) to practical solutions (integrated optical clock). The starting point of your ESR project is the development of a module for advanced optical clocks, such as a better laser system, a new atomic source, a modelling tool, etc. (see names of ESR projects below). These modules will be developed by you within a team and then used by you to perform cutting edge research, e.g. developing superradiant or integrated clocks, or understanding the foundations of optical clocks. In this way you will have the chance to make essential contributions to topics that have repercussions ranging from fundamental physics, over astronomy, geology to navigation and cm precision positioning in future 5G cellphone networks. In all positions you will acquire deep knowledge over ultracold quantum gases, optical clocks, precision measurement, quantum many-body physics. While working on the experimental positions you will acquire skills that are useful anywhere in our technological world, such as laser, optics, vacuum technology, electronics, software, data analysis, etc. Working in the theoretical positions you will extend your analytical and numerical toolbox. You will be embedded in a lively network of physicists brimming with ideas and will have half-year stays and visits to other MoSaiQC partners, giving you the opportunity to learn about and contribute to different aspects of clocks and to experience different European cultures. MoSaiQC will assure optimal training through training events, such as a summer school and other network events.
Available projects
ESR1 - Position filled - Compact atomic sources and beams for steady-state superradiant lasers - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR2 - Position filled - Precision laser stabilization and locking - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR3 - Position filled - High finesse cavities for strong atom-light interaction - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR4 - Position filled - Advanced lightweight and compact atomics chamber with integrated computer control module - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR5 - Position filled - System modelling towards ruggedized, portable quantum clocks - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR6 - Position filled - High spectral purity and very low frequency noise - Toptica, DE
ESR7 - Position filled - Autonomous frequency stabilisations in a superradiant clock - Nicolaus Copernicus University, PL
ESR8 - Position filled - Moving from a superradiant laser to a frequency standard - Nicolaus Copernicus University, PL
ESR9 - Position filled - Ultra stable clock laser system for studies of superradiant clock on a kHz wide transition - University of Copenhagen, DK
ESR10 - Position filled - Automated superradiant clock on a kHz wide transition - University of Copenhagen, DK
ESR11 - Position filled - Quantitative modelling of superradiant laser - TU Wien, AT
ESR12 - Position filled - Optical forces and dipole-dipole interaction in a superradiant optical clock - University of Innsbruck, AT
ESR13 - Position filled- Implementation of optical clock on telecom network - British Telecom, UK
ESR14 - Position filled - Integrated physics package - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR15 - Position filled - Single frequency fiber laser for novel laser cooling - NKT Photonics, DK
ESR16 - Position filled - Continual atom delivery to precision clock interrogation zones for zero-deadtime clocks - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR2 - Position filled - Precision laser stabilization and locking - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR3 - Position filled - High finesse cavities for strong atom-light interaction - University of Amsterdam, NL
ESR4 - Position filled - Advanced lightweight and compact atomics chamber with integrated computer control module - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR5 - Position filled - System modelling towards ruggedized, portable quantum clocks - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR6 - Position filled - High spectral purity and very low frequency noise - Toptica, DE
ESR7 - Position filled - Autonomous frequency stabilisations in a superradiant clock - Nicolaus Copernicus University, PL
ESR8 - Position filled - Moving from a superradiant laser to a frequency standard - Nicolaus Copernicus University, PL
ESR9 - Position filled - Ultra stable clock laser system for studies of superradiant clock on a kHz wide transition - University of Copenhagen, DK
ESR10 - Position filled - Automated superradiant clock on a kHz wide transition - University of Copenhagen, DK
ESR11 - Position filled - Quantitative modelling of superradiant laser - TU Wien, AT
ESR12 - Position filled - Optical forces and dipole-dipole interaction in a superradiant optical clock - University of Innsbruck, AT
ESR13 - Position filled- Implementation of optical clock on telecom network - British Telecom, UK
ESR14 - Position filled - Integrated physics package - University of Birmingham, UK
ESR15 - Position filled - Single frequency fiber laser for novel laser cooling - NKT Photonics, DK
ESR16 - Position filled - Continual atom delivery to precision clock interrogation zones for zero-deadtime clocks - University of Amsterdam, NL
Requirements for all positions
- The applicant has to have finished a master degree within the last 4 years prior to recruitment.
- Candidates can not apply for a position in a country where they have lived more than 12 months in the last 3 years.
- Starting date: September 2021. (Discuss with us if you would like to join, but could start only somewhat later.)
- For the experimental PhD positions it is highly beneficial if the master thesis has been done in experimental atomic, molecular or optical physics.
- Any nationality.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and prioritise diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.
Because these 16 jobs are announced by different European universities and companies, it is recommended that you verify the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the organization where you are going to apply.
- Candidates can not apply for a position in a country where they have lived more than 12 months in the last 3 years.
- Starting date: September 2021. (Discuss with us if you would like to join, but could start only somewhat later.)
- For the experimental PhD positions it is highly beneficial if the master thesis has been done in experimental atomic, molecular or optical physics.
- Any nationality.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and prioritise diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.
Because these 16 jobs are announced by different European universities and companies, it is recommended that you verify the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the organization where you are going to apply.
