Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Light

4 weeks ago

Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

**Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Light and matter, Physics Department**
**(**
**Job Number**:
**22002145**
**)**

Department of Physics

Grade 7: - £35,333 per annum

Fixed Term - Full Time

**Contract Duration***: 12 month

**Contracted Hours per Week***: 35

**Closing Date***: 20-Jan-2023, 5:59:00 PM

**Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement***: Not Applicable.

**The Department**

The Department of Physics at Durham University is one of the leading UK Physics departments with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching, research and employability of our students.

The Department is committed to advancing equality and we aim to ensure that our culture is inclusive, and that our systems support flexible and family-friendly working, as recognized by our Juno Champion and Athena SWAN Silver awards. We recognise and value the benefits of diversity throughout our staff and students.

**The Role**

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available to pursue experimental research in the field of atomic and laser physics within the Durham Quantum Light and Matter group. The position is associated with a project funded by Innovate UK, in collaboration with industry partners, Cold Quanta UK Ltd. and Leonardo.

The post holder will be expected to display the initiative and creativity, together with the appropriate skills and knowledge, required to lead and develop experiments to meet the project goals. The post holder will be expected to be familiar with narrowband and tunable scientific lasers, and have experience in atomic physics, quantum optics or laser cooling and trapping. The post holder is expected to be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a small research team. It is expected that the post holder will enhance the international contacts of the group through the presentation of work at international conferences. The post holder will also be expected to aid in the supervision of graduate students within the group as well as contributing to the undergraduate teaching within the Department.

The goal of the project is to demonstrate the feasibility of using ultracold atoms in Rydberg states to detect radio-frequency radiation in the very high-frequency and ultra-high frequency bands. This will pave the way to field-deployable devices which significantly reduce the space, spectral, and polarisation constraints of conventional detection systems.

**Responsibilities**:

- To understand and convey material of a specialist or highly technical nature to the team or group of people through presentations and discussions that leads to the presentation of research papers in conferences and publications.
- To prepare and deliver presentations on research outputs/activities to audiences which may include: research sponsors, academic and non-academic audiences.
- To publish high quality outputs, including papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and papers for presentation at conferences and workshops under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.
- To assist with the development of research objectives and proposals.
- To conduct individual and collaborative research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder.
- To work with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and other colleagues in the research group, as appropriate, to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio.
- To deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines by discussing with the Principal Investigator or Grant-holder and offering creative or innovative solutions.
- To liaise with research colleagues and make internal and external contacts to develop knowledge and understanding to form relationships for future research collaboration.
- To plan and manage own research activity, research resources in collaboration with others and contribute to the planning of research projects.
- To deliver training in research techniques/approaches to peers, visitors and students as appropriate.
- To be involved in student supervision, as appropriate, and assist with the assessment of the knowledge of students.
- To contribute to fostering a collegial working environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect.
- To engage in citizenship to support the department and wider discipline.
- To engage in continuing professional development by participation in the undergraduate or postgraduate teaching programmes or by membership of departmental committees, etc. and by attending relevant training and development courses.

The post is for a fixed term of 12 months.

The post-holder is employed to work on research/a research project which will be led by another colleague. Whilst this means that the post-holder will not be carrying out independent research in his/her own right, the expectation is that they will contribute to the ad

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in The Theory of

    6 hours ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Theory of Ultracold Molecules** **(** **Job Number**: **23000758** **)** Department of Chemistry Grade 7: - £36,333 - £38,474 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 18 months **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 04-Jun-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology

    4 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology** **(** **Job Number**: **23000756** **)** Department of Archaeology Grade 7: - £37,474 Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 2 years **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 13-Jun-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement***: Not Applicable. **Job...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    1 month ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom DURHAM UNIVERSITY Full time

    The RoleApplications are invited for a Research Associate or Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our core software development team led by Prof Tobias Weinzierl. We particularly want to encourage candidates with a first degree (BSc or MSc) in sciences who consider staying in academia yet have a liking for software development, or PhDs who found...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    1 month ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate** **(** **Job Number**: **23000407** **)** Department of Mathematical Sciences Grade 7: - £36,333 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 24 months **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 16-Apr-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement***: Not Applicable. **Job...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate** **(** **Job Number**: **23000033** **)** Faculty of Business Grade 7: - £35,333 - £42,155 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 8 - 10 months with the potential for the contract to be extended **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 10-Feb-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate** **(** **Job Number**: **23000589** **)** Department of Earth Sciences Grade 7: - £37,099 - £44,263 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 24 months **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 24-Apr-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement***: Not Applicable. **Job...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    5 days ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 12 MonthsWe are very excited to be offering an opportunity a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) (maternity cover) to join our research team. The team includes the co-applicants: Professor Ari Saranandom (Department of Biosciences), Professor Fuschia Sirois (Department of Psychology), Dr Ladan Cockshut (Assistant Professor for Research...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 days ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 30 monthsThe RoleA 30-month fixed-term, full time Postdoctoral Research associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project - Age-based imitation bias throughout development, during daily interactions, and across cultures. This project is led...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 days ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 30 months The Role A 30-month fixed-term, full time Postdoctoral Research associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project - Age-based imitation bias throughout development, during daily interactions, and across cultures. This project is...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theology and

    1 month ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theology and Religion** **(** **Job Number**: **23000300** **)** Department of Theology and Religion Grade 7: - £35,333 - £37,474.00 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: ends 31 December 2024 **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 12-Mar-2023, 6:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Radio

    4 days ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Radio Propagation Studies** **(**Job Number**:24000670**)** Department of Engineering Grade 7: - £37,099 - £39,347 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration**: Until 31st April 2026. **Contracted Hours per Week**: 35 **Closing Date**: 09-Jun-2024, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 14 months Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement:  Please note that the successful applicant will require DBS disclosure. The Role A 14-month fixed-term full time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 14 monthsDisclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Please note that the successful applicant will require DBS disclosure.The RoleA 14-month fixed-term full time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project The...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate** **(** **Job Number**: **22002138** **)** Department of Mathematical Sciences Grade 7: - £35,333 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 2 year **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Closing Date***: 10-Feb-2023, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement***: Not Applicable. **The...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Psychology

    4 days ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom DURHAM UNIVERSITY Full time

    The RoleA 30-month fixed-term, full time Postdoctoral Research associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project - Age-based imitation bias throughout development, during daily interactions, and across cultures. This project is led by Dr Sheina Lew-Levy and...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theological

    4 weeks ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Theological Education** **(** **Job Number**: **23000652** **)** Department of Theology and Religion Grade 7: - £36,333 - £43,155 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration***: 3 years **Contracted Hours per Week***: 35 **Working Arrangements***: This role is full-time, but we will consider requests for...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology

    1 day ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology** **(**Job Number**:23002235**)** Department of Archaeology Grade 7: - £37,099 - £44,263 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration**: 3 years **Contracted Hours per Week**: 35 **Closing Date**: 08-Mar-2024, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement**: Not...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate in Glacimarine

    6 hours ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    **Postdoctoral Research Associate in Glacimarine Sedimentology and Palaeoceanography** **(**Job Number**:24000392**)** Department of Geography Grade 7: - £37,099 - £39,347 per annum Fixed Term - Full Time **Contract Duration**: 24 months **Contracted Hours per Week**: 35 **Closing Date**: 23-Apr-2024, 5:59:00 PM **Disclosure and Barring Service...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    4 days ago

    Durham, United Kingdom Durham University Full time

    Contract Duration: 12 Months We are very excited to be offering an opportunity a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) (maternity cover) to join our research team. The team includes the co-applicants: Professor Ari Saranandom (Department of Biosciences), Professor Fuschia Sirois (Department of Psychology), Dr Ladan Cockshut (Assistant Professor for...

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Psychology

    7 days ago

    Durham, Durham, United Kingdom DURHAM UNIVERSITY Full time

    The RoleA 14-month fixed-term full time Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) position is available at the Department of Psychology at Durham University. The successful candidate will join the research project The plasticity of the bodily self: how function and age shape the acceptance of virtual bodies. This project is led by Professor Dorothy Cowie and...