Job details
Job type full-time temporary
Full job description
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Sandia demonstrates its commitment to public safety in the national interest by requiring that all new hires attest to their vaccination status before commencing employmentThe requirement also applies to those who are telecommuting and working virtually.
Any concerns about the ability to meet this requirement should be directed to hr solutions at (505) 284-4700.
What your job will be like
The nanostructure physics department at the center for integrated nanotechnologies is searching for a result oriented postdoctoral appointee who is passionate about scientific discovery in the area of light-matter interactions and quantum-photonics.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Support research in nanophotonics, quantum optics, metamaterials, plasmonics, and/or nonlinear optics
Design, simulate, fabricate, and/or characterize novel optical devices, materials, and systems
Study new physics phenomenon and evaluate new concepts
Report research results in top-tier journals and conferences
Generate new intellectual property through patent filing
Qualifications we require
Possess, or are pursuing a phd in physics, electrical engineering, optical engineering or science, or related field, and have a bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (stem)
Experience with quantum photonics experiments; design and testing of optical systems, optical materials or devices, or photonics microsystems
Experience developing or using software for optical simulations such as comsol, matlab/simulink, fdtd codes etc.
Experience performing original research, proven through a record of invention, original publications in professional journals, and conference papers and presentations
Qualifications we desire
Expertise in quantum, nonlinear and ultrafast optics, integrated photonics, semiconductor physics, materials, and/or related topics
Experience in single-photon emission experiments such as photoluminescence, correlations, and entanglement
Experience in quantum sensing experiments using squeezed light along with experience in generation and characterization of squeezed light.
Experience with nonlinear optical measurement techniques and basic theories for treatment of nonlinear phenomena
Familiarity with laboratory optical bench optics, electronics, optoelectronics, and safe use of lasers, able to design and carry out laser-based optical experiments
Experience with micro and nano fabrication processes, tools, and metrology
Results-oriented, with strong interpersonal skills to work independently and in a collaborative group environment
About our team
The nanostructure physics department is one of two departments at sandia that are a part of the center for integrated nanotechnologies (cint)Cint is a department of energy/office of science nanoscale science research center operating as a national user facility dedicated to establishing the scientific principles that govern the design, performance, and integration of nanoscale materialsThrough its core facility in albuquerque and gateway facility at los alamos, cint provides users from academia, industry, and government labs, open access to the tools and expertise needed to explore the continuum from scientific discovery to the integration of nanostructures into the micro- and macro worldCint is an equal partnership between sandia national laboratories and los alamos national laboratory.
Our team is committed to nurturing a culture compatible with a broad group of people and perspectives in accordance with the changing makeup of the workforceIn support of this vision, our center actively recruits applicants from diverse groups of backgrounds and fosters an inclusive community.
About sandia
Sandia national laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areasSome of the main reasons we love our jobs:
Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World-changing technologiesLife-changing careersLearn more about sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
These benefits vary by job classification.
Security clearance
This position does not currently require a department of energy (doe) security clearance.
Sandia will conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verificationsFurthermore, employees in new mexico need to pass a u.sAir force background screen for access to kirtland air force baseSubstance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause access to be denied or terminated, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
If hired without a clearance and it subsequently becomes necessary to obtain and maintain one for the position, or you bid on positions that require a clearance, a pre-processing background review may be conducted prior to a required federal background investigationApplicants for a doe security clearance need to be u.sCitizensIf you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the u.sAnd another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Members of the workforce (mows) hired at sandia who require uncleared access for greater than 179 days during their employment, are required to go through the uncleared personal identity verification (upiv) processAccess includes physical and/or cyber (logical) access, as well as remote access to any nnsa information technology (it) systemsUpiv requirements are not applicable to individuals who require a doe personnel security clearance for the performance of their snl employment or to foreign nationalsThe upiv process will include the completion of a usaccess enrollment, sf-85 (questionnaire for non-sensitive positions) and of-306 (declaration of for federal employment)An unfavorable upiv determination will result in immediate retrieval of the snl issued badge, removal of cyber (logical) access and/or removal from snl subcontractAll mows may appeal the unfavorable upiv determination to doe/nnsa immediatelyIf the appeal is unsuccessful, the mow may try to go through the upiv process one year after the decision date.
Eeo
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
Position information
This postdoctoral position is a temporary position for up to one year, which may be renewed at sandia`s discretion up to five additional yearsThe phd must have been conferred within five years prior to employment.
Individuals in postdoctoral positions may bid on regular sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some cases may be converted to regular career positions during their term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.
